Chatsworth Estate
Difficulty: Easy
Length: 8.01 miles
The walk starts from the car park at Calton Lees (£5.00 all day at time of writing), it then heads over the fields to Edensor village. Cross the road and into the park land. You know pass Chatsworth House, heading up towards the old Hunting Tower.
You now head to the right, behind the house, and passing the Emperor Lake, which feeds the fountain in the gardens. Your walk takes you past the Swiss Cottage; this can be seen through the trees on your left. Continue to follow the path and up onto the moors. There are no two large stone stiles to cross, both are stable and have good foot plinths, neither though are wheelchair or buggy friendly. Once you reach Beeley Brook, you head back towards Calton Lees and the Carpark.
The walk is mostly on good tracks, which would be easily accessible in bad weather. The road at the end past the farms down to the B6012 was slippery with and oily substance, so extra care should be taken here.
Further Information
The Chatsworth Estate is a large estate located in Derbyshire. It is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and has been passed down through the Cavendish family for over 450 years. The estate spans over 12,000 acres and includes the famous Chatsworth House, which is a popular tourist attraction. The house, built in the 16th century, is known for its beautiful architecture and art collections, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and many others. The estate also includes a 105-acre garden, which is considered one of the most significant gardens in Europe and is also open to visitors. The garden features a wide variety of plants, as well as several statues, water features and a maze. The estate also includes several farms, a stud, and a large herd of fallow deer. The Chatsworth Estate is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful architecture, art, and gardens.
The Cavendish family is a British aristocratic family that has been prominent in British society for several centuries. The family is known for owning several large estates, including the Chatsworth Estate, which has been passed down through the family for over 450 years. The current head of the family is Peregrine Cavendish (2023), the 12th Duke of Devonshire, who inherited the title and the Chatsworth estate in 2004.
The Cavendish family has a long and distinguished history, including several prominent members who have made significant contributions in various fields such as politics, science, and literature. The 3rd Duke of Devonshire was a prominent politician and served as Prime Minister of Great Britain in the 18th century. The 6th Duke of Devonshire was a patron of the arts and a collector of fine art. The 7th Duke of Devonshire was a prominent scientist and served as president of the Royal Society.
The Cavendish family is also known for its connections to other prominent aristocratic families and has intermarried with several royal families, including the Spencer and Churchill families. Today, the Cavendish family continue to be active in public life, but also focus on preserving the family's heritage and maintaining the Chatsworth estate.
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