Name: Bolsover Castle
Rating: 5.0

Bolsover Castle

Castle Street Medical Centre, Castle Street, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 6PP, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Bolsover Castle, The creation of a horse-mad Cavalier playboy, Bolsover Castle is something special. Don’t miss the playful ‘Little Castle’ with its Star Chamber and Marble Closet set with striking replica furnishings. You can explore the whole building, from its basement kitchen to its top-floor bedchambers, with a multimedia guide to bring it all to life.

Outside, stroll around the Fountain Garden, designed around a statue of Venus, and full of flowers that were fashionable in Bolsover’s heyday. Elsewhere, William Cavendish’s passion for training horses is reflected in the immense indoor Riding House and great stables. Children can run wild in the play area inspired by the castle’s architecture, and you can keep an eye on them from the tearoom.

Price starts from £14.50 for Adults, £9.00 for Children(5-17) and £23.50 for Family of four. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Bolsover’s Little Castle: The Little Castle at Bolsover was created as an extravagant retreat by playboy, poet and courtier, Sir William Cavendish. With medieval-style turrets and towers, it was a building designed to surprise and delight.
Let technology bring the Terrace Range to life: The vast Terrace Range overlooking the Vale of Scarsdale was also created by Sir William. Now a dramatic roofless shell, this was once a range of stately rooms that formed the entrance to Bolsover Castle.
The Fountain Garden: The Fountain Garden at Bolsover was designed around the statue of Venus – the goddess of love and pleasure – emerging from her bath. It included a secluded chamber for intimate banquets set into the garden wall. With re-glazed original windows and new hand-carved doors, we have now opened this room to the public.
Stroll the wall walk: Stroll along Bolsover Castle's restored wall walk. With stunning countryside views, and the fountain garden down below, you can strut along the Cavalier's catwalk, like a Stuart courtier wanting to see and be seen.
Cavalier Horsemanship: Gallop over to the magnificent indoor Riding School – one of the finest in the country. With its central white post, it's easy to imagine William Cavendish training his horses in their elegant exercises here, in the 1600s.
Magical Creatures: Looking for an adventure with your little ones? Uncover English folklore with our Folktale Creature Trails, where children can discover magical creatures from English myths and legends.
Secondhand Bookshop: Looking for a new book or have a few that you'd like to donate? Visit our secondhand bookshop in the viewing gallery of the Riding House.

Facilities

Parking: Parking in the town of Bolsover is free, including the Bolsover Castle car park.
Food And Drink: There is a large café with lovely views of the Riding House.
Toilets: Toilets, including toilets for those with limited mobility, are located in the visitor centre and next to the Riding House. Baby changing facilities available.

What to see

Events:

Sunday music at Bolsover Castle: Sun 31 Aug, Sun 7, Sun 14 Sep and Sun 21 Sep 2025. 10am - 5pm. Location - Bolsover Castle.
Halloween Half-Term at Bolsover Castle: Sat 25 Oct - Sun 02 Nov 2025. 10am-5pm. Location - Bolsover Castle.
Ghost Tales at Bolsover Castle: Thu 30 Oct - Sat 1 Nov 2025. Location - Bolsover Castle.
Festive Fun at Bolsover Castle: Weekends from 29 Nov - 21 Dec 2025. 10am - 4pm. Location - Bolsover Castle
Father Christmas at Bolsover Castle: Weekends from 30 Nov - 22 Dec 2025. 10:20, 11:00, 11:40, 12:20, 13:40, 14:20, 15:00. Location - Bolsover Castle.
Carols at Bolsover Castle: Thu 11 Dec 2025. Location - Bolsover Castle.
Carols at Bolsover Castle: Thu 18 Dec 2025. Location - Bolsover Castle.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

Member: Free.
Adult: £14.50 with donation & £13.10 without donation.
Child(5-17 years): £9.00 with donation & £8.10 without donation.
Family(2 adults, up to 3 children): £38.00 with donation & £34.30 without donation.
Family(1 adult, up to 3 children): £23.50 with donation & £21.20 without donation.

On the day tickets:

Member: Free.
Adult: £17.50 with donation & £15.90 without donation.
Child(5-17 years): £11.00 with donation & £10.00 without donation.
Family(2 adults, up to 3 children): £46.00 with donation & £41.80 without donation.
Family(1 adult, up to 3 children): £28.50 with donation & £25.90 without donation.

Membership: Become a member today from just £42

For more information please visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/join

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/bolsover-castle/prices-and-opening-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open daily: 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

Address: Castle Street Medical Centre, Castle Street, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 6PP, UK

Post Code: S44 6PR

Council: Bolsover

County: Derbyshire

Road Access: Located in the town of Bolsover, 6 miles east of Chesterfield on A632. If you are travelling to the castle via the M1, leave the motorway at junction 29A (signposted).
Bus Access: It’s easy to reach Bolsover by bus from Chesterfield, Mansfield, Sheffield. Stagecoach services 1, 1a, 53 and 53a; Hulleys service 49; TM Travel service 81 all pass close to the castle entrance.
Bicycle Access: National Routes 6, 62 and 67 pass with a few miles of Bolsover.
Train Access: Chesterfield train station is 6 miles away from the castle.
Parking: Parking in the town of Bolsover is free, including the Bolsover Castle car park.