Revolution House
The Revolution House is 3 miles north of Chesterfield, taking its name from the Revolution of 1688. Three hundred years ago this cottage was an alehouse - the 'Cock and Pynot' (pynot is a dialect word for magpie) - and it was here that three local noblemen: the Earl of Devonshire (from nearby Chatsworth), the Earl of Danby and Mr John D'Arcy, met to begin planning their part in events which led to the overthrow of King James II in favour of William and Mary of Orange.
The ground floor of the cottage has a display of 17th Century furniture, and upstairs there is a changing programme of exhibitions on local themes. Also on show is a video which tells the story of the Revolution.
Wheelchair access to the ground floor only.
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Prices
Free entry
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Fri 2 Apr 2010 - Sun 26 Sep 2010 | Fri - Sun 11:00 to 16:00 |
| Christmas Day, Boxing Day | closed |
| New Year's Day | closed |
Contact
Chesterfield MuseumTel: 01246 345727
museum@chesterfield.gov.uk
www.chesterfield.gov.uk
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Nearby
Local AccommodationVenue
Revolution HouseHigh Street, Old Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 9JZ
Map reference: SK 384749
From North/South
Leave M1 motorway at junction 29 and follow A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At roundabout select right hand lane and take 3rd exit (A61). At traffic light controlled roundabout (Tesco) take 2nd exit (A61). At next roundabout (Little Chef) select right hand lane and take 4th exit (B6025) towards Eckington. Continue up hill for approx ½ mile and turn left onto Church Street North. Then turn right into High Street. Swanwick Memorial Hall on right, Revolution House on left.
From East
Follow A617 to M1 motorway junction, then follow route from North/South.
From West
Follow A619 from Bakewell to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (B&Q) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and at traffic lights go straight on. At roundabout select middle lane and take 2nd exit (A632). Turn immediately left into slip road to A61. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Tesco) take 2nd exit (A61), then follow route from North/South.
Accessible by Public Transport : 3 miles from Chesterfield station
Coach parties accepted by prior arrangement. Disabled access to ground floor only.
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Clear signage
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Notes
The House is a 17th Century cottage and is a listed building. Access to the upper floor is via a steep set of stairs.
