Accessing works of art
The Devonshire Collections are cared for by Chatsworth House Trust and our Collections Study Room accommodates researchers from around the world. This forms part of our commitment to sharing Chatsworth’s incredible heritage in order to inspire, engage, and welcome everyone.
Our Study Room is open Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm and 2pm-4.30pm, excluding UK Bank Holidays.
We require a minimum of two weeks' notice for all study visits, and may not always be able to accommodate researchers on the day of their choice due to capacity.
Requests for access
If you would like to access works of art in the Study Room, please complete the application form below. Please note that by doing so, you also confirm that you have read and agree to meet our conditions of access. On your first visit, please provide photographic identification, such as a driving licence or passport.
- Conditions of Access
- Application for Access (downloads Word document)
Please return your completed forms by email or post, details below.
We may sometimes charge a fee for viewing works of art in cases when a significant amount of staff time is required to facilitate a request. Any fees will be agreed before your visit and will go directly to the Chatsworth House Trust charity.
On the day of your visit
We have small lockers to accommodate personal possessions; please do not bring large bags or luggage.
When you arrive, please report to the Porters’ Lodge, which is to the left of the main entrance to the house.
You will be issued with a visitor’s badge and met by a member of the Collections department who will take you to the location where you will view the work of art.
Contact details
Amber Rebeka
c/o Collections Department
Chatsworth
Bakewell
Derbyshire DE45 1PP
