The National Trustoversees some of Derbyshire’s most significant historic sites – along with a number of scenic nature reserves.
We’ve compiled a list of the National Trust sites that you need to visit this summer – with amazing places to discover in each corner of the county.
The full list can be found below – will you be making plans to explore any of these spots over the coming weeks?
5. Visit Derbyshire’s ‘neglected’ stately home - and recent major film location
Calke Abbey may look somewhat neglected compared to the likes of Chatsworth, but the grand country house near Ticknall provides a fascinating insight into the lives of some of Derbyshire’s wealthiest figures. There is also an outdoor recreation area - Calke Explore - situated in the grounds. The Calke Abbey estate was transformed into a 1940s setting for the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, with crews taking over parts of the grand house and its grounds. Photo: cc-by-sa/2.0 - © Alan Murray-Rust - geograph.org.uk/p/5860693
6. Kedleston Hall
Kedleston Hall is described by the National Trust as an “extravagant temple to the arts” - with opulent interiors and historic parkland to explore. Photo: Photo © David Dixon (cc-by-sa/2.0)
7. Staunton Harold
Staunton Harold is a stunning 163-acre countryside space outside Melbourne - offering spectacular views and a perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature. Photo: Photo © David Dixon (cc-by-sa/2.0)
8. Foremark
Foremark is located near Ticknall, and this National Trust nature reserve is another great place to explore this summer. Photo: Photo © Ian Calderwood (cc-by-sa/2.0)