Renishaw Hall has been the Derbyshire home of the Sitwell family for nearly 400 years. It is something of a literary shrine in view of it's associations with the entire Sitwell family. Renishaw Hall is filled with reminders of Sir George and Lady Ida Sitwell and their children , Edith, Osbert and Sacheverell. There is the famous family group by Sargent, the paintings and drawings of John Piper and a host of other interesting things which have been accumulated over the centuries. The current owner of Renishaw is Alexandra Sitwell and family, daughter of the late Sir Reresby and Lady Sitwell.
The four acre Italian style Renaissance garden complete with fountains and neo classical statues offers the visitor a unique experience. The old stable block now houses a museum dedicated to the Sitwell's history, an art gallery, cafe and craft workshops. There is ample parkland to stroll around and a nature trail.
Opening dates & times for 2011
Thursday 1 April to Sunday 2o September
The Gardens, Museum and Gallery Café are open
10.30am - 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm)
Wednesday, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Coach tours and school parties welcome. Excellent disabled access.
Admission prices
Adult £6
Concession £5
Child 5-18years £3
Family £15, 2 adults and up to 3 children
Family one adult £10 (up to 2 children)
All tours £6
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult
The Hall
Guided tours of the Hall are available to the public every Friday at 12.30 and 2.30pm. Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment by calling 01246 432310.
For further details on all events and bookings please contact the Events Office
on 01246 432310 or info2@renishaw-hall.co.uk
For more information on events visit www.sitwell.co.uk
For photographs of Renishaw Hall and Renishaw Gardens please visit Derbyshire and Peak District Photographs
Information on other Derbyshire and Peak District Houses
Chatsworth House and Gardens
Kedleston Hall
Hardwick Hall
Sudbury Hall
Bolsover Castle
Calke Abbey
Haddon Hall
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