For those with a keen interest in history, the Old Hall, a short distance from the main hall, provides a fascinating glimpse into the earlier stages of Hardwick’s development.<\/p>

Useful Information<\/h4>
House opening hours: 11\u20133.30 (winter 11\u20133).<\/li>
Restaurant; shop; accessible toilets; wheelchair hire.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
$\"\"$ <\/figure>
Do you have National Trust membership?<\/strong><\/p>
Become a member<\/a> to enjoy savings on visits and contribute to preserving these iconic properties for future generations.<\/p>
Credit: National Trust Images\/Chris Lacey<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Where is Hardwick Hall?<\/h2>
Hardwick Hall is situated on a hilltop between the market towns of Chesterfield and Mansfield in Derbyshire, East Midlands.<\/p>

When was Hardwick Hall built?<\/h2>
A month after the death of her fourth husband in 1590, Bess began construction work on her new home: Hardwick Hall. She moved in seven years later.<\/p>

Where is Hardwick Hall?<\/h2>Hardwick Hall is situated on a hilltop between the market towns of Chesterfield and Mansfield in Derbyshire, East Midlands.<\/p>

When was Hardwick Hall built?<\/h2>A month after the death of her fourth husband in 1590, Bess began construction work on her new home: Hardwick Hall. She moved in seven years later.<\/p>

Where is Hardwick Hall?<\/h2>
Hardwick Hall is situated on a hilltop between the market towns of Chesterfield and Mansfield in Derbyshire, East Midlands.<\/p>

When was Hardwick Hall built?<\/h2>
A month after the death of her fourth husband in 1590, Bess began construction work on her new home: Hardwick Hall. She moved in seven years later.<\/p>