Kedleston Hall
Derbyshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
Derby DE22 5JH
Telephone 01332 842191
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Visitor essentials
- Parking
- Main gravel car park by Visitor Reception; Blue Badge spaces limited due to building works; cycle parking; enter via Kedleston Road, exit onto Mercaston Lane
- Access
- Blue Badge parking 200 yards from Hall; wheelchair-accessible shuttle bus to Hall; accessible toilets; ground-floor Hall access; all-terrain mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs; garden muddy in winter
- Facilities
- Restaurant, refreshments kiosk and trailer, shop, plant shop, second-hand bookshop, picnic area, toilets
- Dogs
- On leads welcome in outdoor areas, restaurant, bookshop and shop; assistance dogs welcome in the Hall and toilets
- Safety
- Park and pleasure grounds have varied surfaces, muddy/slippery when wet; walk routes include slopes, steps, a footbridge and livestock gates
Kedleston Hall is a Neoclassical mansion designed by Robert Adam for the Curzon family, and reviewers frequently rate it among the best National Trust houses they've visited, praising the immaculate condition of the architecture. The domed room and marble halls are recurring highlights, alongside grounds that offer walks through parkland wildlife.
Worth the trip
The domed room and marble halls, Robert Adam's neoclassical set-piece at the heart of the house.
Before you go
The approach through the gates and drive is part of the experience, so allow time to enjoy it rather than rushing straight to the house.
Reviewers consistently praise Kedleston Hall's grand architecture, especially the domed room and marble hall, comparing it favourably to Chatsworth, alongside informative and friendly staff throughout the house and gardens. The church on the estate and the Tibetan collection are highlighted repeatedly as unexpected but worthwhile additions to the visit. One reviewer notes the Tibetan artefacts were acquired during the British expedition to Tibet, adding a layer of historical complexity some visitors reflect on. The pleasure gardens and ample, shaded parking are also mentioned favourably.
Neoclassical mansion designed by Robert Adam for the Curzon family
“One of my favourite national trust sites. Loads of places to walk around and there is cafe seats outside. The drive through the gates is just magical. The hall is beautiful inside and quite a lot to see. Can’t wait to…”- Natalia Kukula, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Also lots of parking available including shaded areas to park as well” - Andree-Anne Brunet
- Facilities
- “Loads of places to walk around and there is cafe seats outside.” - Natalia Kukula
Common questions about Kedleston Hall
Where is Kedleston Hall?
Kedleston Hall is in Derbyshire, England, at Derby DE22 5JH.
Do you need a ticket to visit Kedleston Hall?
Yes - Kedleston Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Can you stay overnight at Kedleston Hall?
Yes - Kedleston Hall offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the stately home itself or within its grounds. See the Stately Homes You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Kedleston Hall?
The domed room and marble halls, Robert Adam's neoclassical set-piece at the heart of the house.
Is Kedleston Hall a ruin or still intact?
Kedleston Hall is largely intact - Neoclassical mansion designed by Robert Adam for the Curzon family.
