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Hardwick Old Hall
Type:Historic House
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 5QJ
Call direct on:
Tel01246 850431
About
Experience the stately ruins of the original Hardwick Hall, birthplace of Bess of Hardwick and the Cavendish dynasty. Enjoy the spectacular views of the New Hall and over the Country Park.
Take an inclusive audio tour, and hear the story of Bess of Hardwick, an astonishing Elizabethan personality. Four marriages made her one of the richest women in England, with the independence, means and vision to embark on a series of grand building projects. The Old Hall, finished in 1591, still displays today her formidable skills and innovations, notably in its fantastic surviving plasterwork.
An exhibition in the West Lodge describes Bess's adventures in architecture, telling how she transformed her birthplace from a medieval manor house into a luxurious Elizabethan mansion.
Audio tours of property available for both adults and children.
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £6.50 per adult | |
| Adult with Gift Aid | £7.20 per adult | |
| Child (5-15 years) | £3.90 per child | |
| Child with Gift Aid | £4.30 per child | |
| Family (2 adults + 3 children) | £16.90 per family | |
| Family with Gift Aid | £19.60 per family | |
| Student/Over 60 | £5.90 per concession | |
| Student/Over 60 with Gift Aid | £6.50 per concession |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2018 - Visit England
VistEngland VAQAS 2016
Facilities
Site Features
- English Heritage Property
- Welcome Host
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Property Facilities
- Dogs accepted
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Children
- Children welcome
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Parking
- Parking with charge
Groups
- Guided tours for groups
Accessibility
- Facilities for hearing impaired
Opening Times
| Season (30 Mar 2018 - 30 Sept 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00 |
| Season (1 Oct 2018 - 28 Oct 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Season (29 Oct 2018 - 17 Feb 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (18 Feb 2019 - 22 Feb 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (23 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (24 Feb 2019 - 29 Mar 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Open Good Friday and Easter Monday 2018, 10am - 6pm
Clsoed 24-26, 31 December 2018 and 1 January 2019
Map & Directions
Road Directions
The Hall is approx 2 miles from junction 29 of M1 motorway From North/South Leave M1 motorway at junction 29 and take A6175 (signposted Clay Cross). Take first turning on left (following brown signs for Hardwick Hall). Follow road for approx 1 mile and turn left passing underneath M1 motorway. Follow road past Stainsby Mill and turn right onto Hardwick Hall Estate. Follow signs to car park. From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway and take 2nd exit at roundabout (A6175), then follow route from North/South. From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and at traffic lights go straight on. At roundabout select right lane and take 3rd exit. At next roundabout (traffic light controlled) select middle lane and take 2nd exit (A617). Stay on A617 to M1 motorway junction (approx 4 miles) and, at roundabout select right lane and take 5th exit (A6175, signposted Clay Cross). Then follow route from North/South.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station Chesterfield, 6 miles away
No buses to the Hall, nearest bus stop Young Vanish (approx 2 mile walk to Hall) served by Pronto bus, two per hour from Chesterfield town centre.
