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The Old Manor
A Low, stone-built medieval hall, set in the picturesque countryside of Derbyshire.
Norbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2ED
Important notice
The Old Manor and Gardens are open on Thursdays (only) from 2nd May to 26th September 2024. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Ground floor of Manor only is wheelchair accessible. Grounds and Knot garden are not wheelchair accessible. Parking is very limited.
By road
Please note the property post code, DE6 2ED, covers a large area so we advise following the National Trust signage once on the B5033. If coming from the A515; once on the B5033 please turn right immediately in front of the National Trust sign for The Old Manor at Norbury.
Parking: Please note parking is currently very limited Parking for 4 cars only around turning circle. Parking in front of Manor is for Holiday Cottage guests only.
On foot
Norbury village is clearly signposted from A515. 2½ miles walk to Norbury Church
By train
Uttoxeter 7½ miles
By bus
Arriva Midlands 409 Uttoxeter-Ashbourne, alight Ellastone, ¾ mile
By bicycle
Highlights
Manor
A low, stone-built medieval hall set in the Derbyshire countryside.
Places to stay
Norbury Manor
Soak up the history of this luxury manor house, where views extend over the Peak District.
Ilam Bunkhouse
A large bunkhouse on the Ilam Park estate with the formidable hills and rocky outcrops of the Peak District nearby.
About The Old Manor
Norbury Manor, former seat of the Fitzherbert family, is just a short drive from Sudbury Hall and Kedleston Hall near Derby. The hall is a very rare example of a medieval hall built on the first floor, once forming part of the private apartments of the Fitzherbert family.
The later 17th century red brick farmhouse which was built in front of the hall is available as a holiday cottage. The only surviving part of the original early medieval hall offers a rare king post, Tudor door and 17th-century Flemish glass. Visitors can also find a beautifully maintained small garden space which includes a knot garden, as well as a short walk into the woodland, and path which leads down to the river. Please note that parking is limited and suitable for cars only.
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