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
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
Hidden Estate - Wardens Bus Tour
Hop on a bus tour with our wardens and delve into the wider estate.Discover hidden parts of Calke Park.
When
3-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Bushcraft Skills Day
Enjoy bushcraft sessions where you will will learn essential outdoor skills like den building and knot work. Make a campfire with our warden.
When
10:30am-12:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Antiques Valuation day with Bonhams Auctioneers
Bring your items to be valued by experts from Bonhams Auctioneers.Valuations cost £2 per item or £5 for three items
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Caring for Calke's Collection
Explore the conservator's workshop and talk to our experts. Find out how they care for our vast collection.Includes a drink and a cookie in the restaurant.
When
2:30-3:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Fungal Foray
Join us on this fun walk around Calke Park looking at different types of fungi.Afterwards enjoy a delicious soup and roll followed by a home made cookie and hot drink in our restaurant.
When
10:30am-12:30pm
Admission
Adult: £10.5
Child: £6
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Please wear suitable footwear.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Apple Day
Join us at one of our most popular events and celebrate the English apple and orchards in our beautiful gardens. There will be juicings, tastings, puzzles and apple advice, something for all the family.
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Deer Park Walk
Join one of our wardens and enter the Deer Pen at Calke which is usually not accessible to the public.Enjoy a drink and a cookie after this fascinating walk.
When
2-4pm
Admission
Adult: £7.5
Child: £3.5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Please wear suitable footwear.
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.
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Fine Food Fair
Celebrate local food that's grown, raised, baked or caught within a 30 mile radius. Enjoy cooking demonstrations and tastings with our Calke chefs.
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Pumpkin Party
Buy a pumpkin at Calke or bring your own. Decorate it in your own style and add it to our fabulous display.
When
11am-3:30pm
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.
When
12:30-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property office, 01332 863822, calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
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