Kedleston Hall

Remarkable Palladian-style house built in 1759 for the Curzon family. The interiors were designed by Robert Adam and are largely unchanged to this day. The Eastern Museum contains a remarkable collection of Indian weapons, silver and art amassed when Lord Curzon was Viceroy 1898-1905. Kedleston was the setting for the 2008 film The Duchess staring Keira Knightley. There is a behind-the-scenes exhibition including a selection of the costumes worn.

Open 28 Feb-1 Nov Mon-Wed & Sat/Sun 12-5; pleasure grounds & park 10-6/winter 10-4. Admission house & garden adult £9/child £4.50/family £22.50.

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