Chatsworth
Bakewell, DerbyshireAbout Chatsworth
Chatsworth is a place to learn, explore and create in the heart of the Peak District. With a Grade I listed house and stables, a 105-acre garden, a farmyard and adventure playground, and more than 1800 acres of parkland and historic woodland that is free for all to access and enjoy all year round, there's something for all ages.
Chatsworth has been the home of the Devonshire family since the 1550s and is now cared for by Chatsworth House Trust, a registered charity established in 1981. All income from admissions, Gift Aid, membership, sponsorship and donations goes directly to the charity to be reinvested in the conservation and improvement of Chatsworth for everyone, and in an annual programme of events, exhibitions, learning and community outreach.
House
Chatsworth has long been known as a centre for creativity. Discover art and artefacts that span 4,000 years, including paintings, sculpture, textiles, furniture and more. There are more than 25 rooms to explore, including the Painted Hall, Chapel, Sculpture Gallery and State Rooms.
From November, experience the house and garden transformed for Christmas, with decorations and a light trail inspired by a different theme each year.
Garden
Lose yourself in the 105-acre Chatsworth Garden, with modern and historic waterways, a Victorian rock garden, arboretum, grotto, rose garden, kitchen and cutting garden and much, much more.
Farmyard and Adventure Playground
Meet the animals and join craft sessions, animal handling talks and milking parlour demonstrations. From the farmyard, children can take the secret tunnel to the playground for exciting climbing, swinging and water-play adventures.
Cafes and Restaurants
Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes made with ingredients from Chatsworth and local farmers and suppliers. Try afternoon tea in the Cavendish Restaurant or ice cream sundaes in the Parlour, or salads and stone-baked flatbreads at Chatsworth Kitchen at Peak Village in Rowsley. A range of hotels and inns in Pilsley, Beeley and Baslow on the Chatsworth Estate serve homemade food throughout the day.
Gift Shops
Discover a collection of products and produce inspired by Chatsworth’s heritage, art and nature, and sourced from the estate and makers and artists from across Derbyshire and the Peak District.
Events
Experience a year-round programme of events, including art and nature-themed courses for adults and children; Chatsworth Family Festival (May), Garden & Plant Fair (June) and Chatsworth Country Fair (August), along with outdoor theatre, music and film, and a family-friendly bonfire and fireworks event in early November. Enjoy a Christmas market and the house and garden decorated for Christmas from November, plus a full programme of season workshops, talks and tours.
Chatsworth Farm Shop and Cafe
Established in 1977, the award-winning Chatsworth Farm Shop at Pilsley sells estate-reared lamb, venison and beef; vegetables, fruit and flowers from the Chatsworth Garden; and a wide range of food, drink and artisan products sourced within a 30-mile radius.
Enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, or barista coffee and homemade cake with far-reaching countryside views at the Chatsworth Farm Shop Café.
Stay On the Estate
Extend your visit and stay in a shepherd's hut, holiday cottage, hotel or inn on the Chatsworth Estate. They are the perfect base to explore all that Derbyshire and the Peak District have to offer.
Accessibility
Manual wheelchairs are welcome in the house and are available to hire, subject to availability, there is also a lift providing access to all floors. Unfortunately, electric mobility scooters cannot be used in the house. There is good wheelchair access to most of the garden, farmyard, shops and restaurants. There is also a lift at the farmyard from the lower yard to the upper yard and playground entrance. Pick up an accessibility map at any of the admission points or visit the website.
Assistance is also available to those with hearing or visual impairments to ensure the best experience is offered when you visit, find out more by contacting the Chatsworth team on 01246 565430 (accessibility option #3).

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Discover the art and history of the house, explore the garden, meet the animals in the farmyard, roam the park and woodland, or dine on a meal made with locally sourced seasonal produce in one of our restaurants, we always look forward to welcoming you.
We also offer a range of talks, tours, and workshops themed around gardening, history, textiles, conservation, rural skills, and creative pastimes, offering the opportunity to learn something new during your time with us.
Discover the Chatsworth farmyard and meet the farmyard friends.
In the farmyard you can meet our friendly animals, from pigs and horses to mischievous goats and guinea pigs, many of whom you can feed, pet or even cuddle.
We're also delighted to be home to a number of rare breeds including Suffolk Punch horses, Shire horses, Albion cattle, Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Golden Guernsey goats, Derbyshire Red Cap chickens and more. From the farmyard, take the secret tunnel to the woodland playground for exciting adventures.
There's endless fun to be had in the Adventure Playground.
Climb the tall towers for a bird's eye view, descend at speed on our racing slides, scramble across the wood tangle, zip on the zip wire, dig in the giant sand pit or use an Archimedes screw to fetch water from the stream...there are hours of adventures in store.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
5 January - 14 March 2025 House - closed Garden - closed Farmyard & Adventure Playground - closed (open for half-term, 15 - 23 February 10am - 4.30pm)
15 March - 2 November 2025
House - 10.30am - 4.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Garden - 10.30am - 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Farmyard & Adventure Playground - 10.30am - 5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Please visit the Chatsworth website for up to date opening times.
Pricing & Tickets
- Adult (17-18+) : £35.00
- Child (3-16) : £12.00
House and Garden entry:Adults: £35.00Kids (3-16): £12.00
Garden entry:Adults: £20.00Kids (3-16): £12.00
Farmyard entry:Adults: £12.00Kids (3-16): £12.00
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
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Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
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Public Transport
Contact Details
Transport Information
By bus
Car-free visitors receive a free guidebook.
A number of local bus services come to Chatsworth and stop at the house, several of which benefit from the national £3 fare cap. The bus stop is just a short walk from the house, garden, and farmyard entrances.
Visit chatsworth.org/visit-chatsworth/visitor-information/how-to-get-here/ for a list of bus and train routes for Chatsworth.
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