Calke Abbey (National Trust)
Calke Abbey
Ticknall
Derbyshire
DE73 1LE
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey
calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
Telephone
01332 863 822
Vivid example of a great country house in decline, with extraordinary contents, historic park and restored garden.
* One of the Trust's most child-friendly and fun properties
* Baroque mansion with unique collections of curiosities
* Stunning 18th-century Chinese silk bed
* Invisible corridors, underground tunnels and a secret garden
* Enchanting walled-gardens and restored Orangery
* Historic parkland with ancient oaks
Venue Type:
Historic house or home, Garden, parklands or rural site
Ale Trail
5 miles, with a stop in the middle. Part of the National Forest Walking Festival
Suitable for
When
5-7pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Ale Trail
A circular route through the Calke Estate, with a stop at Tollgate Brewery for some ale tasting and
nibbles. 5 miles, with a stop in the middle.
Part of the National Forest Walking Festival
When
5-7pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply. 01332 863822.
Craft Skills Day
Activities for children and adults.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Craft Skills Day
Our building team will help you try your hand at bricklaying, stone carving, joinery and lead work demonstrations. Activities for children and adults.
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Calke Alive 19th Century
Meet characters who lived and worked at Calke. From scullery maids to squires, boot boys to baronets - they all have a tale to tell.
Suitable for
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Calke Alive 19th Century
Meet characters who lived and worked at Calke. From scullery maids to squires, boot boys to baronets - they all have a tale to tell.
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Walking in the footsteps of...
Walk in the footsteps of one of our wardens and experience a day in the life of our parkland. Forage for things found on the estate.
Suitable for
When
2-3:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Walking in the footsteps of...
Walk in the footsteps of one of our wardens and experience a day in the life of our parkland. Forage for things found on the estate.
When
2-3:30pm
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Father's Day Forage
Make dad something special in Squirt the Stallion's Stable.
Suitable for
When
11am-3:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Bushcraft Skills Day
Enjoy bushcraft sessions where you will learn essential outdoor skills like den building and knot work. Make a campfire with our warden. Sessions run from 10.30-12.30 and 13.30-3.30
Suitable for
When
1:30-3:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
The Garden of Imagination
Seek out our Garden of Imagination and discover lots of family fun activities every day of the school summer holidays in our Large Kitchen Garden.
Suitable for
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Calke Alive 18th Century
Sir John and Dame Catherine Harpur invite you to their new house, to meet some of the characters who lived and worked at Calke in the 18th Century.
Suitable for
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Calke Alive 19th Century
Meet characters who lived and worked at Calke. From scullery maids to squires, boot boys to baronets - they all have a tale to tell.
Suitable for
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Calke Alive 20th Century
Come and meet some 1940's war time characters. Help the war effort with some make do and mend, and then join us for a tea dance at 2.30pm in the Riding School.
Suitable for
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Quad's Summer Nights Film Festival
Arrive early and bring your own picnic and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Suitable for
When
8:30-11pm
Admission
All tickets: £12
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Derby Quad, 01332 290606, info@derbyquad.co.uk.
Website
National Garden Scheme Open Day
Calke Gardens are open in support of the National Garden Scheme charity.
Suitable for
When
10am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
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