National Trust Kedleston Hall

National Trust Kedleston Hall The house is framed by historic parkland and boasts opulent interiors intended to impress. We welcome feedback – both positive and negative.
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Designed by Robert Adam, this spectacular 18th-century mansion was commissioned by Nathaniel Curzon whose ancestors had resided at Kedleston since the 12th century. We want our page to be a place where people can share how they feel about the National Trust and talk about their experiences in a fun environment. It helps us to learn and grow. These house rules aim to ensure everyone can en

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We are thrilled to announce that Diwali celebrations will arrive at Kedleston Hall from Friday 23 October until Sunday 1...
04/09/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Diwali celebrations will arrive at Kedleston Hall from Friday 23 October until Sunday 15 November.

A cherished highlight in Kedleston’s calendar inspired by the Hall's historic connections to South Asia, join us to experience a house transformation – led by light, colour, music and performance.

Adorning the Marble Hall and beyond, uncover vibrant rangoli patterns, artistic making activities and rooms filled with golden marigolds and flickering diya lamps.

Our last Wild Wednesday is taking place on 2 September at Kedleston Hall!Don’t miss our ‘Brilliant Birds’ ranger led ses...
01/09/2026

Our last Wild Wednesday is taking place on 2 September at Kedleston Hall!

Don’t miss our ‘Brilliant Birds’ ranger led sessions and uncover more about bird life at Kedleston Hall through our varied drop-in sessions…..

🪶Get crafty and create a bird feeder.

🌿Learn how to identify what owls have been eating.

👀Delve into bird identification with a pair of binoculars and a handy ID chart.

Taking place between 10-12pm, and 1-3pm at the WWII Garden. Head to Visitor Reception for directions.

Bird watching walks will take place at 10:30am & 1:30pm

For more information, head to Kedleston Hall’s upcoming events website page.

Image 1: National Trust Images/Hanne Siebers
Image 2: National Trust Images/David Humphries.

Curious to acquire new skills, learn about green woodworking, and continue a legacy of craftsmanship at Kedleston Hall? ...
26/08/2026

Curious to acquire new skills, learn about green woodworking, and continue a legacy of craftsmanship at Kedleston Hall?  

On Saturday 5 September, join a spoon carving workshop hosted by ranger and expert wood carver, Paul Adamson.

Led by over 20 years of experience, uncover the art of using hand tools to carve freshly felled wood, whilst formed and finished through Scandinavian Slojd tradition and decoration techniques.

Limited tickets are available - for more information, and to book tickets head to our website.

Due to a yellow weather warning of thunder storms forecasted, archery sessions will be cancelled for today, Wednesday 26...
26/08/2026

Due to a yellow weather warning of thunder storms forecasted, archery sessions will be cancelled for today, Wednesday 26 August.

Hosted sessions will return to Kedleston Hall next Wednesday 2 September.

We apologise for any disappointment caused.

Do you have a passion for creating engaging visitor activities and an inclusive experience for new and existing visitor ...
22/08/2026

Do you have a passion for creating engaging visitor activities and an inclusive experience for new and existing visitor audiences?

We are recruiting for a fixed term Senior Visitor Experience Officer (maternity cover) for Kedleston, just a few miles from Derby city centre.
It’s a busy and rewarding role including managing staff and volunteers, planning income generating events and ensuring the daily visitor offer is welcoming to all.

If this type of role excites you, find out more and apply online - https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/ #/vacancies/178981

Closing date for online applications is 30 August.

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Revealing a rare insight into our historic garden, there are only a few days left until our last summer evening garden t...
17/08/2026

Revealing a rare insight into our historic garden, there are only a few days left until our last summer evening garden tour on Wednesday 19 August.

Hosted by gardener Richard, uncover horticultural insights into a history spanning over two hundred years.

Richard says:

‘For centuries the garden has been strategically designed, with species planted to encourage exploration and a constant wonder of what lies around the next corner.'

‘Within the Pleasure Gardens themselves, the planting is designed to hide the Medici Lion from the Michael Drayton Urn - these should never be seen together, but stumbled on whilst strolling past varied beds and displays.’

To book tickets and find out more, visit our website upcoming events page.  

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