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. Renishaw Hall is presently owned is Sir Reresby Sitwell, seventh baronet.

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 2010

Thursday 1 April to Sunday 26 September

The Gardens, Museum and Gallery Café are open 10.30am - 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm) Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Coach tours and school parties welcome. Excellent disabled access.

The Hall

Guided tours of the Hall are available to the public every Friday at 2.00pm. 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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