Derbyshire is a beautiful region and the gateway to the pretty Peak District. It is also filled with gems and its fair share of stunning stately homes.
As the sun’s appearance becomes more consistent and we bask in double-digit temperatures, now is the time to explore these grand properties near Derby.
There is something magical about visiting a stately home, making one feel slightly humbled by the majesty of the buildings that sure could tell stories from their centuries’ old heritage.
The beauty of Derby is that these stately homes are easily accessible and within a short drive, just within one hour away from the city centre.
From resplendent Chatsworth House to Elizabethan masterpiece of Hardwick Hall, and the Tudor Haddon Hall with gorgeous views across winding River Wye, our lovingly curated collection of stately homes is a real homage to the region.
1. Chatsworth Estate
Chatsworth House is home to the Devonshire Family and famous for its beautiful architecture, extensive art collection and stunning landscaped gardens. The house has a rich history dating back to the 16th century. If you go, do try to visit the Estate and indulge in delights at the Farm Shop too. | Brian Eyre
2. Kedleston Hall (National Trust), Quarndon, Derby DE22 5JH
Kedleston Hall is one of the country's top show palaces built under the genius architect Robert Adam between 1759 and 1765. It's a space where fine paintings and jaw-dropping sculptures can be appreciated. | National Trust/John Miller
3. Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Main Road, Sudbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 5HT
National Trust says this is the first heritage experience of its kind. Created with and for children, Sudbury Hall aims to spark an interest in heritage and the history of the 17th century house. | Submitted
4. Hardwick Hall (National Trust), Doe Lea, Chesterfield S44 5QJ
Hardwick Hall is an Elizabethan masterpiece first built by Bess of Hardwick in the late 1500s. Her descendants, the Dukes of Devonshire treasured Hardwick, while lavishing much of their attention and money on nearby Chatsworth. Their success helped preserve Hardwick and today it is one of the region's top beauty spots. | Brian Eyre