The Revolution House, in the Derbyshire village of Old Whittington three miles north of Chesterfield, takes its name from the Revolution of 1688.

More than 300 years ago, this cottage was an alehouse, the 'Cock and Pynot' ('Pynot' is a dialect word for magpie), and it was here, as history and tradition relate, 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 country furniture, and upstairs there is a changing programme of exhibitions on local themes.

There is also a film telling the story of the Revolution for visitors to enjoy.

Access to the ground floor for wheelchair users.

Opening Times and Admission

Admission: FREE

Summer Opening 2013
1st April-30th September
Open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
11 am-4 pm

Christmas Opening 2013
To be confirmed

Christmas Carol Concert 2013
To be confirmed

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