Calke Abbey [National Trust]

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Tell a friend Bookmark & share: , , ,	Go back » Details: Address: Ticknall Derby Derbyshire Postcode: DE73 1LE Location: East Midlands Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk Telephone: 01332 863822 Fax: 01332 865272 Website: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk Google map Click here Multimap.co.uk satellite map Click here No ratings yet - be the first!
Description: This unique property is displayed in the condition in which it was left to the National Trust, rather than being restored to its former glory - and is all the more interesting for this.  The house contains the eclectic collections of the family, ranging from shells to butterflies. The walled kitchen garden is one of the few areas which has been brought back to life. Keep young visitors interested with one of the children's trails.  The walled kitchen garden is one of the few areas which has been brought back to life.  You can borrow a baby sling or hip seat while you visit the house.  There are are extensive grounds where children can let off steam, and a children's play area. Open: 26 February - 30 October: Saturday - Wednesday 12.30 - 17.00 Nature reserve open all year: 07.30 - 19.30 Admission: House & Garden Adult: £8.80 Child: £4.50 Family: £22.10