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Bolsover Castle
Type:Historic House
Bolsover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
About
This hilltop castle was built as a fashionable retreat for 17th-Century courtiers to entertain influential guests. Now its reputation for revelry lives on as we entertain you and your family.
Every inch a lavish party palace, where once moustached gentlemen caroused alongside bejewelled ladies. Enjoy the labyrinth of rooms, carved marble fireplaces, beautifully painted ceilings and richly coloured wall paintings.
Outside head up to walk the walls surrounding the fountain garden or wander the romantic ruined terrace range.
The Riding school, where one-time owner William Cavendish trained his horses, is amongst the finest in the country. Try to time your visit to enjoy a display of Cavalier horsemanship.
Kids can grab a multimedia guide jam-packed with fun games, bite-sized information and extra insights. They can dress up in costumes and take to the stage in a room dedicated to theatrics. Or let them run riot in our children’s play area, built like a mini Little Castle.
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult, (up to 3 children) | £20.20 per adult | |
| Adult | £12.60 per adult | |
| Adult Donation | £13.90 per adult | |
| Child (5-17 years) | £7.60 per child | |
| Child Donation | £8.40 per child | |
| Family (2 adults + 3 children) | £32.80 per family | |
| Family Donation | £36.20 per family | |
| Family Donation | £22.30 per adult | |
| Student / Over 65s | £11.30 per concession | |
| Student / Over 65s Donation | £12.50 per concession |
English Heritage members, child under 5 and overseas visitor pass - Free
You can book your advance ticket online up to 8.45am on the day you want to visit.
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2020 - Other Awards
English Heritage 2016 - Regional and Miscellaneous
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
- Wheelchairs available
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
- Guided tours for groups - Must be pre-booked
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- English Heritage Property
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Opening Times
| Season (7 Feb 2022 - 20 Feb 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (21 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
TripAdvisor
- Excellent838
- Very Good494
- Average127
- Poor38
- Terrible33
Recent Reviews:
- railway_chapGlossop, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travel17th century gem
Thursday, 12th May 2022Interesting 17th century house with some amazing internal wall paintings and decorations, marbled fireplaces and panelling. Good views from the walls and the riding school buildings are interesting... Read full review - Pam DTrip Type:CouplesLooks impressive from afar but ....
Wednesday, 18th May 2022Castle looks great from afar on hilltop. But hardly anything to look at inside. Shells of large open buildings and the main castle part still standing but nothing at all inside except a couple of... Read full review - Christine HBarnsley, United KingdomBolsover Castle
Thursday, 19th May 2022Wonderful day at Bolsover Castle. Fascinating history, brought to life by our guide (Chris). Good cafe and children's playground. Read full review
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From North (follow brown signs) Leave M1 motorway at junction 29A and take 1st exit off roundabout (Markham Road). At next roundabout take 3rd exit (Markham Lane). Follow road to next roundabout and take 3rd exit (Markham Lane). At next roundabout take 2nd exit (A632). Follow road for approx 1 mile and, at roundabout, take 2nd exit (A632). Follow road for just under a mile into Bolsover and take right turn (Castle Street, brown signpost for Castle). Follow road to left hand bend and Castle is on right. Car parking available close to Castle entrance. From South (follow brown signs) Leave M1 motorway at junction 29A and take 3rd exit off roundabout (Markham Road). Follow road under M1 and, at roundabout go straight on. At next roundabout take 3rd exit (Markham Lane), then follow route from North. From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway. At roundabout take 4th exit (M1 North). Leave M1 at next junction (29A), then follow route from South From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) 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). Follow road, going straight on at traffic lights, for about 1 mile and, at traffic lights (Royal Hospital) go straight on. Follow road, going straight on at mini roundabout, for approx 1¼ miles to traffic lights and go straight on. At roundabout take 3rd exit (A632). Follow road for just under a mile into Bolsover and take right turn (Castle Street, brown signpost for Castle). Follow road to left hand bend and Castle is on right. Car parking available close to Castle entrance.
