House 

18th-century mansion with Adam interiors, commissioned by Nathaniel Curzon, whose ancestors had resided at Kedleston since the 12th century. 

Garden 

Formal 18th-century Pleasure Ground bounded by a ha-ha or sunken wall, giving uninterrupted views across the park. 

Shop 

Shop selling seasonal ranges including gifts, food and drink, plants, greetings cards, calendars and a selection of books. 

Second-hand bookshop 

Selling a wide range of books for all ages located within the stableyard 

Family friendly things to do 

A visit to Kedleston Hall is well worth it at any time of the year however during the spring you can see newborn lambs take their first steps and primula and bluebells blanket the forest floors. 

Rolling hills and miles of woodland surround the Hall and with more birds coming out to say hello, it’s the perfect setting for a stroll with family. Here are a few suggestions of what you could do. 

Wildlife spotting 

Head out on an adventure around the parkland. Life is everywhere and the lake is a perfect location to look out for nesting birds and is home to herons, coots and swans. 

Orienteering 

A fun way to explore the parkland at Kedleston is the orienteering course - suitable for families, friends, dog walkers and ideal for complete beginners. A popular year-round activity for visitors of all ages, you can choose from a 1.5 mile route or a three mile version. 

Buy a map from the shop or Visitor Reception Building (£1.50) and go searching for marked points across the park. You can run it, jog it, or stroll - you set the pace.