Kedleston Hall
Derby, Derbyshire
About Kedleston Hall
At National Trust, Kedleston Hall discover the beautifully lavish mansion. The grounds of Kedleston are also home to a landscaped garden and pleasure grounds designed by architect Robert Adam. Explore the parkland and discover seasonal wildlife and wildflowers. Whether you're searching for wildlife, enjoying a short stroll or heading out on a heartier walk, Kedleston's 800 acres of parkland is ready to be explored.
The restaurant at Kedleston is open daily – a perfect pitstop before or after your walk, with takeaway food and drinks also available. Don't forget to stop at the gift shop, where we stock a range of gifts and treats to appeal to all tastes. A second-hand bookshop in the stableyard, run by volunteers, is open everyday.
Highlights
- House: 18th-century mansion with Adam interiors, commissioned by Nathaniel Curzon, whose ancestors had resided at Kedleston since the 12th century.
- Garden: Formal 18th-century Pleasure Ground bounded by a ha-ha or sunken wall, giving uninterrupted views across the park.
- Parkland: Eight hundred acres of expansive grounds, featuring sweeping vistas of Kedleston’s parkland and access to a rich array of wildlife.
- Eating: Kedleston's Great Kitchen restaurant serving hot and cold meals and drinks, sandwiches, and light snacks. Refreshments kiosk open at peak times.
- Shop: Selling seasonal ranges including gifts, food and drink, plants, greetings cards, calendars and a selection of books.
- Second-hand bookshop: Selling a wide selection of good quality books for all ages located within the stableyard. Open daily.
- Access: Designated spaces for blue badge holders in main car park, 200 yards from hall. Wheelchair accessible Shuttle Bus available between the Visitor Reception building to the Hall. Accessible toilet - located next to main toilet block. There is level access to the gardens from the car park, but the garden can be muddy in the winter months.
- Visiting with dogs: Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, parkland and restaurant. Assistance dogs only in the house.
18th-century mansion with Adam interiors
Kedleston Hall is an extravagant temple to the arts designed by the architect Robert Adam. Commissioned in the 1750s by Nathaniel Curzon whose ancestors had resided at Kedleston since the 12th century. The house is framed by historic parkland and boasts opulent interiors intended to impress.
Designed for lavish entertaining, Kedleston Hall displays an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture and original furnishings, reflecting both the tastes of its creators and their fascination with the classical world of the Roman Empire.
Colonial history
Inherited by George Nathaniel Curzon, Viceroy of India between 1899 and 1905, the hall also houses the many objects he amassed during his travels in South Asia and the Middle East, and in his role leading British rule in India. There are displays of religious, military and domestic objects, arranged from the perspective of the coloniser, along with ceremonial gifts which speak of the power relations inherent in the British Empire.
Vast parkland - 800 acres
From spring to autumn Kedleston’s formal garden offers a colourful interpretation of its original 18th century design. The expansive grounds with both long and short walks, feature sweeping vistas of Kedleston’s parkland and provide access to a rich array of wildlife.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00
Opening hours vary during winter periods. Site opens at 9am but entry into the house from 11am only. Please check attraction website for full details
Pricing & Tickets
- Adult (18++) : £22.00
- Child (5-17) : £11.00
Free entry for National Trust members. The admission charges apply to all non members, whether arriving by car, bicycle or on foot. This supports vital conservation work in the outdoors at Kedleston Hall. No booking required.Hall and Parkland Adults: £22.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free: £11.00 Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £55.001 adult up to 3 children: £33.00Parkland admission onlyAdults: £8.80 Child (5-17) under 5s free: £4.40 Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £22.001 adult up to 3 children: £13.20
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Kedleston's Great Kitchen restaurant serving hot and cold meals and drinks, sandwiches, and light snacks. Refreshments kiosk open at peak times.
Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free.
If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
National Trust
Kedleston Hall
Quarndon
Derby
Derbyshire
DE22 5JH
England
By road: Aim for J A52/A38, follow A38 (north). First exit (by Derby Uni.) continue Kedleston Rd towards Quarndon. Turn left at sign for Kedleston and Hulland. Follow Kedleston Rd for 1 mile, entrance on left after the golf course entrance. Motorhomes use Mercaston Lane entrance to avoid width and height restrictions. Parking: Car parking is available for visitors. Entrance gate on Kedleston Road open at 9am and locked at 5pm. Please have your membership card (if applicable) ready to scan. Sat Nav: The best postcode to use on a SatNav to reach the main entrance is DE22 5JD. The postal address postcode will not get you to the main entrance.
Tel: 01332842191
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