Chatsworth Country Fair
Type:Country Show
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1PP
About
The Chatsworth Country Fair is one of England’s most spectacular annual outdoor events and attracts large crowds from all over the country. It’s a unique blend of excitement, family entertainment, culinary inspiration, country pursuits and rural crafts all blended together under the stunning backdrop of Chatsworth House.
Breathtaking fire jumps, demonstrations and parades, hot air balloons, parachuting and over 300 varied trade stands and rural crafts make this a memorable event with something for everyone.
With a packed programme of grand ring entertainment, a cookery theatre and fine food village, there’s lots to see and do. In the showground, you can try your hand at heritage country sports, rural country crafts, and admire the vintage and military vehicles on display.
The Chatsworth Country Fair is a truly memorable day out for all the family, with all the fun of the vintage fairground for the young and young at heart.
Scroll down the page for a highlight video from the 2022 event.
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
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On Day Ticket (any day, 16+) | £30.00 per ticket | |
Three Day Ticket (online only) | £68.00 per ticket | |
Two Day Ticket (online only) | £45.00 per ticket |
Book your tickets online to save 20% on the full price tickets
Day tickets can be purchased on the gate
Disabled visitors get a free carer ticket
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access - Disabled Parking - it is essential you enter through via Heathy Lea or the Golden Gates and park in the North Car Park.
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
Children
- Children welcome - Under 14s enter free and do not require a ticket.
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Must be on a lead
Opening Times
Season (1 Sept 2023 - 3 Sept 2023) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Friday - Sunday | 08:00 | - 18:00 |
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Alternative entrances may be opened for this event – please follow the signs.
From North/South Leave M1 at Junction 29 and take A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At traffic light controlled roundabout select left lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and, at next roundabout, take 1st exit (continuous lane, signposted Chatsworth). At traffic lights, select middle lane and to straight on, keep in left lane and at roundabout (Matalan), take 2nd exit (A619, signposted Chatsworth). Continue for 8 miles through the village of Baslow. Pass Cavendish Hotel on left, at roundabout, take 1st exit signed Chatsworth. Follow road for approx 1½ miles to Chatsworth Estate. Cross cattle grid and take next left to the House.
From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 and follow route from North/South
From West From Bakewell, take A6 (signposted Matlock) to village of Rowsley. Take 1st left after Peacock Inn (signposted Chatsworth). Follow road to traffic light controlled bridge. Continue on same road through Chatsworth Estate and take next right to the House.
Public Transport Directions
The nearest train station Chesterfield, 10 miles away.
Bus number 170 from Chesterfield town centre to Baslow followed by 1¼ mile walk
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