Renishaw Hall - Gardens and Museum
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Renishaw Hall (pictured) was built in 1625 by George Sitwell. To the south of the house lies Renishaw's Italian-style gardens which contain many rare plants, sculptured pyramid yew hedges, water features and colour co-ordinated flower borders. These Italianate gardens were laid out at the turn of the 20th Century by Sir George Sitwell, grandfather of the present resident Sir Reresby Sitwell.
Below the gardens is the lakeside woodland walk which takes walkers through mature woodland, past caves and around Renishaw Lake.
Hot and cold meals and refreshments are available throughout the day from the Gallery Cafe, situated in the Georgian Stables.
Other attractions to look around at Renishaw Hall include:
The Museum of Sitwell Memorabilia gives an insight into the creative and colourful lives of the Sitwell family.
The John Piper Exhibition displays some of John Piper's finest works.
The Costume Gallery holds a collection of costumes which give an insight into life at Renishaw Hall over the years.
The Performing Arts Gallery displays records of some of the most famous films, music, plays, opera and ballet of the 20th century.
Tours of Renishaw Hall are only available by special arrangement.
The Hall can be hired for weddings with catering provided.
For further information about Renishaw Hall, including photographs, location map, admission prices, up-to-date opening times and more details about what there is to see and do, please go directly to the Renishaw Hall website.
Renishaw Hall is located two miles North West of the M1 motorway Junction 30, along the A6135.
