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Calke Abbey

Castle & Historic Landmark · Derbyshire, England

Calke Abbey is a castle & historic landmark in Derbyshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £16.50 · Child £8.30 · Family £41.30
Checked on the National Trust page (with Gift Aid): adult £16.50, child (5-17) £8.30, family £41.30. Under-5s and members free. House ticket. Park and gardens only: adult £8.50, child £4.25, family £21.25 (without Gift Aid).
Opening timesExample day: house 11am-4pm; park 8am-6pm; garden, restaurant, shop and stables 9.30am-5pm. 27 Nov-23 Dec 2026 festive pricing (adult £10, child £5).
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages for the grounds; house rooms suit about 6+ (prams may need to stay at the door)
If it rainsMixed: house rooms are indoors, gardens and grounds are outdoors
ParkingNo car parking charge (admission still applies). (Free)
FoodRestaurant 9.30am-5pm and a café for light refreshments.
Money saverCheck National Trust, Historic Houses or English Heritage membership value; family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsSee the house first, then the park. Bring a picnic.
What to packComfortable shoes, layers, picnic for the grounds, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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