Calke Abbey in Derby - UK Attraction

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Calke Abbey

Ticknall, Derby, Derbyshire DE73 1LE - England, UK

Phone: +44 (0)1332 863822 - Fax: +44 (0)1332 865272

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This baroque mansion, built 1701-3 and set in a stunning landscape park, has become famous as a graphic illustration of the English country house in decline. Little restored, the house contains the spectacular natural history collection of the Harpur Crewe family, as well as a magnificent 18th-century state bed and interiors that are essentially unchanged since the 1880s. The open parkland is managed for its nature conservation value and the attractive grounds feature a beautiful walled garden and an interesting collection of garden buildings, including a newly restored orangery.

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It's as if time stopped moving forward somewhere around 1890 at Calke Abbey and I am told that's exactly how the National Trust, who runs the place, want it to seem. It's a beautiful building with room after room of stunning treasures, whilst Calke Park and the National Nature Reserve that surround it provides for hours of beautiful walks. Stunning house, great scenery and a splendid day out.

- Laura James

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