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About Haddon Hall

Haddon Hall – A Magical Family Day Out

Step back in time and discover over 900 years of history at Haddon Hall, a remarkable medieval manor house nestled in the beautiful Peak District. With fascinating stories, stunning gardens and seasonal family activities, it's an inspiring day out for curious children and grown-ups alike.

Discover History Together

Bring the past to life with engaging children's guided tours during selected school-holiday dates. Young visitors can uncover the quirky side of history, discovering what life was really like for the families and servants who lived at Haddon Hall. From learning about the spitboy's role in the medieval kitchens to imagining lessons with a swordmaster, these fascinating stories make history fun and memorable.

  • Discover centuries of history in this magnificent fortified manor

    Discover 900 years of history at Haddon Hall with engaging children’s tours, summer archery and nature activities in the beautiful Peak District. Finish your family adventure with a delicious treat at the on-site restaurant.

  • Known as 'Sleeping Beauty', Haddon has 900 years of history

    Explore 900 years of history at Haddon Hall, admire remarkable tapestries, historic furniture and beautiful Elizabethan gardens. Enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals in the restaurant and discover talented local makers at the Gatehouse Artisan Pop-up.

  • 900 years of fascinating history to explore!

    Children can explore Haddon Hall’s fascinating past through free school-holiday tours, uncovering quirky stories of medieval life. Seasonal activities include archery sessions and the Little School of Ecology, where young explorers discover wildlife, plants and habitats in the historic Medieval Park.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Tuesday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Wednesday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Thursday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Friday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Saturday, 10:30 - 16:30
  • Sunday, 10:30 - 16:30

The hall closes in the New Year for a period of time - this changes slightly every year and will be updated on the website.

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

Haddon Hall

Haddon Hall, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1LA, England

Haddon Hall is situated on the A6 between Bakewell and Rowsley, 2 miles (3.2 km) south of Bakewell. The Hall has a dedicated car park on the A6. If using Sat Nav or other navigation software, we recommend that you input directions specifically to our car park (A6, Bakewell, DE45 1LA) to avoid you being incorrectly directed to an off-road site. Alternatively, use directions for Bakewell or Rowsley, then follow the brown tourist signs for Haddon Hall. The car park is clearly signposted from both directions.

Tel: 01629812855

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Last updated: 08:29 19/10/2026

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