National Trust - Hardwick Hall

Lovely to walk around the gardens, even on a very cold winter's day. Also, the house is fascinating with so many tapestries and artefacts from c16 onwards.

This is one of my absolute favourite National Trust treasures! Both the Hall and the old Hall are fantastic places to visit. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and acres of grounds to explore. The history of both halls and 'Bess of Hardwick' …

Lovely place to visit. At the moment (November 2023), they keep the curtains/ blinds closed partly for the Christmas light trail and also to give you an idea of what it would have been like with only candle light. It was lovely for families …