Chatsworth
Edensor, United Kingdom
The grand house of the Dukes of Devonshire in a landscaped park on the river Derwent. The park is open to walk even if you skip the house and gardens.
Chatsworth stands on the River Derwent, about 6 km north-east of Bakewell, and has been the seat of the Earls and Dukes of Devonshire for centuries. Bess of Hardwick began building the first house in 1553; the present house dates from 1687, built under the 4th Earl, who was created 1st Duke in 1694. The 4th Duke commissioned Capability Brown to give the landscape a more natural look, and from 1826 Joseph Paxton, as head gardener, shaped the gardens. The walled garden covers 42 ha and the park about 400 ha; the water features include the Cascade and the Emperor Fountain.
Even if you do not tour the house, you can walk and picnic in the park: according to Chatsworth it is free to enter all year round, although parking charges apply. The Old Park stays closed to protect wildlife. Lonely Planet mentions a children’s playground. Expect more visitors during events such as the Country Fair in September.
- Nearest town
- Edensor, United Kingdom
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 53.2276, -1.6117
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.
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FAQs
Where is Chatsworth?
Chatsworth is in Edensor, United Kingdom, at GPS 53.2276, -1.6117. It is about 5 km from Bakewell.
Can you camp near Chatsworth?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Chatsworth Park Caravan & Motorhome Club Site, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 157 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Chatsworth?
Chatsworth is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Peak District: Mam Tor, Ladybower and Chatsworth and Honey stone, dry-stone walls and moorland wind – by camper from Bath through the Cotswolds to the Peak District.
What is there to see near Chatsworth?
Places worth a stop nearby: Ladybower Reservoir (18 km), Mam Tor (19 km), Dovedale (22 km) and Jodrell Bank Observatory (46 km).
When is the best time to visit Chatsworth?
The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)