Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Overview
Sir John Coke (Charles I's Secretary of State) leased Melbourne Hall in 1628 and the house has been home to two Prime Ministers: Lord Melbourne and Lord Palmerston. The glorious formal gardens are among the finest in Britain.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: House open daily throughout Aug only (excluding first three Mons) 2-5 (last admission 4.15). Prebooked parties by appointment in Aug. Gardens Apr-Sep, Wed, Sat, Sun and BH Mon 1.30-5.30 and when hall open in Aug. Upstairs rooms available by
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
The natural features of this central English county range from the modest heights of the Peak District National Park, where Kinder Scout stands at 2,088 ft (636 m), to the depths of its remarkable underground caverns, floodlit to reveal exquisite Blue John stone. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the High Peak Trail which extends from the Derwent Valley to the limestone plateau near Buxton, and for many, the spectacular scenery is what draws them to the area.
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Nearby places to stay
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Bed & Breakfast
The Coach House
★★★★
"A comfortable stay in the heart of the town, a friendly welcome awaits...."
- Rooms 6
- Free TV
- Wifi
- Lounge with TV
Self-Catering
Firtree Cottage
★★★★
"Situated on the historic Harpur Crewe Estate the former ancestral seat at Calke Abbey..."
- Total units: 1
Self-Catering
Firtree Cottage
★★★★
"Situated on the historic Harpur Crewe Estate the former ancestral seat at Calke Abbey..."
- Private garden
- Washing machine
- Sky or freeview
- Linens provided
Nearby places to stay
The Coach House
The Coach House sits in the heart of a conservation area, close to Donington Park and East Midlands Airport. This traditional cottage has been restored to provide good standards of comf...
★★★★ Rating
Firtree Cottage
Firtree Cottage is a beautiful four-bedroom cottage situated on the historic Harpur Crewe Estate in the tranquil village of Smisby, just one and a half miles from Ashby-de-la Zouch. The...
★★★★ Rating
Firtree Cottage
Firtree Cottage is a beautiful four-bedroom cottage situated on the historic Harpur Crewe Estate in the tranquil village of Smisby, just one and a half miles from Ashby-de-la Zouch. The...
★★★★ Rating
The Boot Inn
Recently renovated and refurbished The Boot Inn has some luxurious accommodation, alongside award-winning classic and contemporary dishes, and a selection of its own real ales. The loca...
★★★★ Rating
The Royal Oak
The Royal Oak is a popular gastro pub with rooms, located in a small village just four miles from East Midlands Airport. All members of the young team offer a warm welcome and service i...
★★★★ Rating
Mercia Marina
Mercia Marina is at the heart of England’s canal network on the Trent & Mersey Canal, surrounded by 50 acres of countryside, a wildlife lake and holiday-home development. The marina has...
★★★★★ Rating
Burleigh Court
Burleigh Court is one of the Midlands' largest accredited conference centres and hotels, combining outstanding meeting facilities with first class accommodation. The AIM Gold-accredited...
★★★★ Rating
The Post House
You'll get a warm welcome at the The Post House in Ibstock, and all the comforts you'd expect from a family-run guest house. There are six bedrooms, all decorated in a different style a...
★★★★ Rating


