Please note that Haddon is currently closed until 12th April 2019.
Haddon Hall is open to guests throughout most of the year. If, by chance, we are closed during your stay in England and you would like to visit the hall, we would recommend you contact Isabelle Stuart, our bookings coordinator, who can arrange a private tour of the hall for you at an independent fee. You can reach Isabelle by phone, on +44 1629 812 855, or by email, at isabelle@haddonhall.co.uk.
Car Park
10:00am onwards
Restaurant
10:00am - 4:30am
| Adult | (16 and above) | £16.75 |
| Concession | (Over 60) | £15.70 |
| Student | (With a valid ID) | £14.25 |
| Child | (Age 0-15) | FREE |
| Car Parking | (per car) | £3.00 |
For further information on how to get here, see the directions section below.
Our car park is situated across the road from the hall and grounds, on the opposite side of the A6.
The distance from the car park to the Hall is approximately 366 metres and includes some gravel surface and 30 steps. We ask that visitors take special care when crossing the busy A6 and note that the car park can become extremely crowded during special events, in which case, overflow parking is provided in the field beyond.
By Road - Haddon Hall is situated on the A6 between Bakewell and Rowsley, 2 miles (3.2 km) south of Bakewell. The Hall has a dedicated car park on the A6.
If using Sat Nav or other navigation software, we recommend that you input directions specifically to our car park (A6, Bakewell, DE45 1LA) to avoid you being incorrectly directed to an off-road site. Alternatively, use directions for Bakewell or Rowsley, then follow the brown tourist signs for Haddon Hall. The car park is clearly signposted from both directions.
By Air - There are a number of airports within approximately an hour’s drive of Haddon Hall. If you are travelling via public transport, please see alternative directions by clicking the train and bus tabs. You can also find the best route for you by searching Google Maps or other digital Maps services and exploring car or public transport suggestions.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport
Approximately 1 hour
Get on M18 in Loversall from Great Yorkshire Way
Follow M18 and M1 to A617 in Derbyshire. Take exit 29 from M1.
Continue on A617 to the Haddon Hall car park.
Manchester Airport
Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes
Take Airport Spur to Ringway Rd W/A555
Follow A555, A6 and A623 to B6465 in Derbyshire
Turn right onto B6465
Continue on A617 to the Haddon Hall car park
East Midlands Airport
Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes
Get on M1 from A453
Follow M1 to A617 in Derbyshire. Take exit 29 from M1
Continue on A617 to the Haddon Hall Car Park.
By Train - We have excellent train links with many major UK stations via Matlock, Sheffield, Derby or Chesterfield, all of which can be reached easily from other airport stations. Bus services (see ‘Bus’ tab) from each station run directly to our driveway, or taxis take between 30 minutes - 1 hour and cost around £30 - £50. You can find train times and journey details at www.nationalrail.co.uk or www.thetrainline.com.
By Bus - Bus from Matlock Train Station
Take either the TransPeak (TP) or the 6.1 bus route from Platform 1 of the Matlock bus station, towards Buxton or Bakewell respectively. This is an hourly service during the day, with journey times between 25 - 30 minutes.
Bus from Derby Bus Station
Take the TransPeak (TP) bus route from Platform 21 of the Derby bus station towards Buxton. This is, again, an hourly service, with a journey time of just over 1 hour. Alternatively, travel by train to Matlock and follow the route above.
Bus from Bakewell Bus Station
Take either the TransPeak (TP), 6.1 or 172 services from Stand E of Bakewell bus station. Buses are regular, with a journey time of around 5 minutes or less.
Bus from Sheffield Interchange
Take the 218 Peak Line service to Bakewell from Bay D3 of Sheffield Bus Interchange, leaving every half an hour with a journey time of around an hour, then follow instructions above from Bakewell.
Bus From Chesterfield
Take the 170 bus route from Stop B12 on New Beetwell Street to Bakewell, leaving every hour with a journey time of around 45 minutes, then follow instructions above from Bakewell.
For further information, visit the Peak District National Park website, or find timetables and routes via the site for each service.
On Foot or Bicycle - There are public footpaths close to Haddon Hall, but no public footpaths run through the parkland - please check OS maps. There is a footpath along the A6 between Rowsley and Bakewell, though we would advise caution if walking or cycling, due to the busy main road. Bicycles can be left free of charge in the bike racks located in the car park, and we also have a charging point for electric bikes.
Taxi - There are multiple taxi firms situated in close proximity to Haddon Hall. Use the following resources to book from surrounding areas:
Sheffield
City Taxis: 0114 239 3939
Uber (via the app)
Chesterfield
City Taxis: 0114 239 3939
Uber (via the app)
Derby
City Taxis: 0114 239 3939
Peak Premier: 01629 636 877
Uber (via the app)
Bakewell
Rainbow Taxis: 07530 610 063
Peak Premier: 01629 636 877
DJG Taxis: 01629 650 025
Buxton
Rainbow Taxis: 07530 610 063
Peak Premier: 01629 636 877
DJG Taxis: 01629 650 025
Matlock
Rainbow Taxi: 07530 610 063
Peak Premier: 01629 636 877
DJG Taxis: 01629 650 025
We are pleased to be able to offer visitors a range of homemade dishes, light bites and refreshments at our restaurant, many of which are the specialties of the area and country.
Located in the Hall’s 17th Century stable blocks, guests can enjoy fresh, traditional food with wonderful views of the estate. We have a varied menu available, catering to all tastes, and we urge our international visitors to sample our Bakewell Pudding - a famous local delicacy!
Find more information, including menus and opening times, on our restaurant page.
A variety of tours are run throughout the year, allowing you to see everything that Haddon Hall has to offer with a knowledgeable guide. All of our guides are welcome trained, and we have translation leaflets on hand in a variety of different languages.
Free Guided Tours of the Highlights of the Hall - every Monday
If your visit is on a Monday you may wish to join one of our free, guided ‘Highlights of the Hall’ Tours, which will give you a brief introduction to the history of the hall. These run at regular intervals throughout the day, on a first come, first serve basis and are included in your admission price.
For all other tours, including Garden and Specialist Tours, or Countryside Walks, please refer to our events page. If you wish to arrange a private tour of the hall, please contact Isabelle Stewart on isabelle@haddonhall.co.uk or 01629 810 911.
For those wishing to extend their stay in the Peak District, our beautiful, award-winning hotel, The Peacock at Rowsley, is just a 5-minute drive or a 30-minute walk from Haddon Hall.
The hotel is located in the heart of Derbyshire, close to the historic market town of Bakewell, and is a wonderful base for exploring the Peak District.
With sixteen decadent bedrooms, delicious fine dining menus and the same historic charm you will find at Haddon Hall itself, The Peacock is sure to add a touch of luxury to your visit, making your visit to Haddon Hall and the Peak District a memorable one.
Visit www.thepeacockatrowsley.com to view availability, menus and further information.
Found at The Gatehouse hosts is our endearing Gift and Plant shop, brimming with exclusive souvenirs, exquisite artisanal wares, specialist plants, books, cards, jams, toys and china.
Our range of carefully chosen treasures reflect the seasons, from beautiful additions to your home and garden in the summer months, to decorative Christmas ornaments and unique gifts in December, all of which have been carefully selected to provide irresistible temptation.
The gift shop also sells our official guidebook, which tells the captivating story of the Hall room by room, helping history come to life and acting as an excellent souvenir in itself.
We adore dogs at Haddon, but unfortunately cannot allow them into the hall, gardens or grounds, aside from guide and support dogs. We are able to provide bowls of water for your dog in the car park, and welcome you to take a stroll on the public footpaths opposite the hall. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience.
We welcome all visitors to Haddon Hall, but please note that there are many uneven floors and steps around the site due to the age and architecture of the building. If in doubt, we recommend reading our full accessibility statement here, or call ahead for further information.
Buggy Service
Haddon operates a buggy service for visitors unable to navigate the 366 metres to the hall from the Gatehouse entrance. The buggy stops are at the entrance gatehouse and at the end of the drive near the restaurant. This service can be arranged via the car park or ticket office staff. Please note the service is not available in extreme weather and is subject to availability.
Pram & Pushchairs
Unfortunately, we cannot allow large bags, prams, pushchairs or mobility scooters into the hall. We do however offer a variety of alternative baby carrying equipment, and safe bag storage at the entrance.
Smoking & Vaping
Smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere within the grounds and halls of Haddon.