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Heritage Open Days at Hardwick Hall and Stainsby Mill
Type:Historical
National Trust Hardwick Hal, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ
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Explore the magnificent Hardwick Estate, from the Elizabethan mansion set in 2000 acres of parkland to the Victorian water mill at Stainsby. With free guided talks and demonstrations over the weekend, discover something new about Hardwick.
With pop-up expert talks over the two days, discover the story of Bess of Hardwick and the innovative architecture and design of her Elizabethan masterpiece.
Explore the formal gardens and find out how the Elizabethans creatively grew and used plants in their everyday lives, and get a chance spin and dye your own piece of fabric.
Visit Stainsby Mill and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this Victorian water mill. Then take the time for a leisurely walk in Hardwick’s stunning parkland, exploring the woodland and ponds.
Admission free
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