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Hardwick Hall Chesterfield, England, United Kingdom Built for Elizabeth, Dowager Countess of Shrewsbury, aka 'Bess of Hardwick' in the last decade of the sixteenth century, Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire is one of the UKs finest examples of an Elizabethan 'prodigy house'. Lily Johnson 24 May 2021 Image Credit: Shutterstock About Hardwick Hall


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Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire is an architecturally significant country house from the Elizabethan era, a leading example of the Elizabethan prodigy house. Built between 1590 and 1597 for Bess of Hardwick, it was designed by the architect Robert Smythson, an exponent of the Renaissance style.


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Hardwick Hall and Gardens 2,705 reviews #43 of 488 things to do in Derbyshire Historic SitesGardens Open now 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Write a review What people are saying By Sarah b " A great day out following the history of Bessie of Hardwick " Jul 2023


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Hardwick Hall and Gardens 2,704 reviews #43 of 488 things to do in Derbyshire Historic SitesGardens Closed now Write a review What people are saying By Sarah b " A great day out following the history of Bessie of Hardwick " Jul 2023 You can also see Hardwick old hall ( once reopened, which is being restored by English Heritage) on your way in.


Hardwick Hall Built 15901597 Between Chesterfield and Mansfield, overlooking the Derbyshire

About Hardwick Hall Address: Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, S44 5QJ Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 6 m W Mansfield, off A 6175 and M1 (exit 29) Website: Hardwick Hall Email: [email protected] National Trust - see also: National Trust memberships (official website link) Location map OS: SK456 651


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The astonishing appearance of Bess of Hardwick's great Derbyshire country house, which is one of England's most popular National Trust properties, is best summed up in the well-known rhyme: 'Hardwick Hall, more glass than wall'.


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Hardwick Estate boasts two halls: the Old Hall (English Heritage), the ruined birthplace of Bess and the newer, intact Hardwick Hall (National Trust), built to show off Bess's wealth. The grounds of Hardwick Hall (Image: Gary Wallis) This walk passes by Hardwick's fishing ponds and its two houses before meandering through parkland and woods. 1.


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Directions: 6½ml W of Mansfield, 9½ml SE of Chesterfield; approach from M1 (exit 29) via A6175. Note: a one-way traffic system operates in the park; access only via Stainsby Mill entrance (leave M1 exit 29, follow brown signs), exit only via Hardwick Inn. Park gates shut 6 in summer, at dusk in winter. Contact Details


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Hardwick was transferred to the National Trust from Bess's descendants, the Dukes of Devonshire, in 1959. Visitor Information. Doe Lea, S44 5QJ. Telephone: 01246 850430. This collection has 7,753 items online. Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire. Lady Arabella Stuart, later Duchess of Somerset (1575 - 1615), aged 13 1/2. British (English) School.


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Hardwick Hall and Gardens 4.5 2,671 reviews #45 of 466 things to do in Derbyshire Historic Sites • Gardens Open now 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Visit website Call Write a review What people are saying By John S " Worth the visit " May 2022 Well worth a visit guides all very knowledgable and tapestries fascinating. By Wartznall " Two attractions in one "


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HARDWICK HALL. Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ. Telephone: 01246 850430. Email: [email protected]. Whether you are a dog walker looking for a stunning parkland to explore, a family group looking for somewhere the kids can runs off some steam or you want to marvel at the world famous tapestry collections Hardwick has something to offer everyone.


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Hardwick An Elizabethan masterpiece Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ Opening times Prices See on map Important notice There is no access around Millers Pond due to blocked pathways. Visitor information Things to see and do About Hardwick Opening times


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Places to Visit Hardwick Old Hall and Hardwick Hall Plan Your Visit History Things to see and do Conserving the Old Hall English Heritage and National Trust members visit for free. Address Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 5QJ Plan Your Visit


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Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, 159097, by Robert Smythson. Photograph by Eye35, Alamy Stock Photo

Brief description. A large well preserved Elizabethan house set within an extensive country park in Derbyshire, Hardwick Hall was first built and devised by four-times married "Bess of Hardwick", one of the most influential and richest women in 16th century England. The Hall is renowned for its large glass windows and fine tapestries.


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Home to one of the most influential women in the Elizabethan realm, Hardwick Hall is the culmination of the personality and ambition of its builder and patron Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, known as Bess of Hardwick. Rest, Relaxation & Romantic…

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