Summer of Play: Feast & Fun Evenings
Stay a little later at Hardwick and enjoy tasty food along with play for the whole family!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Relax with our later opening times to enjoy those warm summer evenings with the added fun of the Summer of Play activities.
We encourage you bring picnics or delight in one of the food vendors which will be visiting us on these days. - Check back later to see what food options will be available!
Please keep your 4-legged friends in the dog friendly picnic area. Dogs are not allowed in the kids play area.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Summer of Play is in the North Orchard, please go to Visitor Reception and the team will direct you to the correct location.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the Great British Weather. Picnics, blankets and camping chairs are all welcome, there is a dog friendly picnic area in the North Orchard
Upcoming events
Rooftop tours
Join our informative guides on an exclusive rooftop tour of Hardwick Hall and lookover the Derbyshire countryside from above.
Material Power: Let the textiles do the talking
A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.
'A Virtuous Woman' by Layla Khoo
Reimagine the 'Lost Embroidery' at Hardwick Hall: Join Layla Khoo and stitch the fabric of modern virtue through creative participation.
Discover Hardwick Walk
Fully accessible guided group walk in the grounds of Hardwick Hall's most iconic buildings.