Derby is a historic cathedral city in Derbyshire, England, known for its industrial heritage, cultural landmarks, vibrant shopping quarters, and strong community spirit.
14–15 Nov
A weekend of Diwali celebrations at Kedleston Hall, with South Asian music and dance, food, and illuminated historic interiors on Saturday evening. Families can also take part in storytelling and craft activities across the weekend.
2 Sep
Brilliant Birds is a free drop-in event at Kedleston Hall where attendees can learn about bird life, make bird feeders, identify owl pellets, and try bird identification with binoculars and an ID chart. Bird watching walks are held at 10:30am and 1:30pm.
5 Sep
Spoon Carving Workshop at Kedleston Hall is an introduction to greenwood carving where attendees create a cooking spoon using three simple carving tools. The workshop is guided by an expert wood carver and teaches safe tool use, wood types, form and function, and decoration methods. Wood is provided and the event aims to build confidence for further woodworking projects.
7–11 Oct (another 2 days)
A self-guided outdoor trail through Kedleston Hall’s park and garden, with seven points exploring the spiritual significance of nature in Tibetan culture. Visitors can follow the points in any order and reflect on the natural surroundings.
27 Nov 2026–3 Jan 2027
Visitors can follow an outdoor trail along the surfaced short-walk path at Kedleston Hall, opening 25 Advent doors to find festive challenges, questions and discoveries. The event is presented as a family adventure.
7–11 Oct (another 2 days)
An exhibition at Kedleston Hall presents Tibetan artefacts and previously untold stories, alongside a film by British-Tibetan artist Nyima Murry. Visitors can also get a behind-the-scenes insight into the conservation work and decisions involved in creating the exhibition.
2 Sep
Free Archery Sessions at Kedleston Hall offer an opportunity to try archery on the lawn every Wednesday in August from 10:00 to 15:00. Suitable for ages 4 and above, sessions are wheelchair accessible and require no prior booking. The event is free to attend but normal venue admission charges apply.
24 Oct–1 Nov
Celebrate Diwali at Kedleston Hall with colourful illuminations, rangoli designs, craft sessions and storytelling. Activities include making decorations, with Indian block-printing sessions on 27 October.
31 Aug–6 Sep
Summer Of Play at Kedleston Hall features a variety of fun outdoor activities in the Secret Garden such as giant dominoes, jenga, penalty shoot-out, an outdoor theatre, nature camp, obstacle course, and soft play for smaller children. The event is suitable for children and takes place in the garden area with seating available.
21 Oct
A volunteer ranger leads a gentle-paced walk through Kedleston’s historic parkland, highlighting its heritage features, wildlife and current conservation projects.
Kedleston Hall is an 18th-century English country house in Derbyshire, featuring Palladian architecture and Neoclassical interiors. Visitors can explore its grand state rooms and extensive landscaped gardens with architectural follies. The historic seat of the Curzon family, it is now managed by the National Trust as a cultural and heritage attraction.
23 Oct–15 Nov
A Diwali celebration at Kedleston Hall, with light installations, marigolds and diya lamps displayed throughout the Hall.
14–20 Sep
Heritage Open Days at Kedleston Hall offer free access to all elements of the property where visitors can explore the house and parkland. No booking is needed to attend this family-friendly event, which runs from 14th to 20th September 2026 from 9am to 5pm daily. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
17 Oct (next Saturday)
A guided walk with a Kedleston ranger exploring autumn colours and how the estate manages its woodlands, grasslands, ancient trees and deadwood habitats.
12 Sep
Bristol 4 Tibet at Kedleston Hall is an event featuring Tibetan calligraphy live demonstrations, traditional Tibetan dance, and Tibetan music and singing in the gardens. Attendees can also try calligraphy themselves and explore Tibetan culture as part of the How Did We Get Here? exhibition extended outdoors.
Duffield Castle is a historic Norman motte and bailey castle site in Derbyshire with extensive stone keep foundations, known as an early archaeological monument preserved by the National Trust. Visitors can explore the outdoor remains of this once strategically important castle with a rich history dating back to Norman times and earlier.