Chatsworth House pilots ‘community membership’ free entry scheme
Summary
Chatsworth House has started a pilot program with Derbyshire Libraries to give free seven-day community membership cards that allow families to visit the house, gardens, and grounds without paying. The program aims to make this historic site more accessible during a time when many families face financial difficulties.Key Facts
- The pilot scheme offers free seven-day passes for groups of up to eight people.
- Passes can be borrowed through participating libraries in Derbyshire.
- Since starting last month, 110 passes have been borrowed from 10 libraries.
- The program helps families who cannot afford normal admission prices visit Chatsworth House.
- Visitors can explore the house, gardens, and special exhibitions like rare books and manuscripts.
- The scheme limits visitor numbers to avoid overcrowding, allowing planned and calm visits.
- Derbyshire County Council supports the program to help residents experience Chatsworth.
- Chatsworth House Trust hopes this model could be used at other heritage sites across the UK.
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