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Bolsover Castle
Type:Castle
Bolsover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission | £7.50 per child | |
| General Admission | £32.50 per family | |
| General Admission | £12.50 per adult | |
| General Admission | £11.30 per concession |
English Heritage members, child under 5 and overseas visitor pass - Free
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2018 - Visit England
VistEngland VAQAS 2016 - Other Awards
English Heritage 2016
Facilities
Site Features
- English Heritage Property
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Property Facilities
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
Parking
- Free Parking
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
Opening Times
| Season (30 Mar 2018 - 30 Sept 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00 |
| Season (1 Oct 2018 - 31 Oct 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Season (1 Nov 2018 - 23 Dec 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (27 Dec 2018 - 31 Dec 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday - Monday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (2 Jan 2019 - 17 Feb 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (18 Feb 2019 - 22 Feb 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Season (23 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
* Last admission one hour before closing. Part of the Castle may close for one hour if an event is booked. Please call to check.
24-26, 31 Dec & 1 Jan Closed
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2017
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent596
- Very Good371
- Average95
- Poor25
- Terrible19
Recent Reviews:
- IIFirecrackerIITrip Type:CouplesMuch better than expected, magnificent views
Friday, 23rd February 2018My partner and I are both English Heritage members and we were in the area so thought we'd stop by for a stroll. Arrived just a couple of hours before closing but had enough time to go around every... Read full review - Ryan WBarnsley, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesDay OutMonday, 19th February 2018Visited Bolsover Castle for the day out and had a brilliant day. There is plenty to see within the grounds and with a free audio guide. It was definately worth it. This is a good day out for all the... Read full review
- AliceAnn246London, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyGreat castle, lots to see
Friday, 16th February 2018Enjoyed the castle and viewing the grounds. Lots to do in the castle and to see. Children loved the playground. Expensive tea, coffee and food. 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.
Accessible by Public Transport: Chesterfield station is 4 miles away.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train staion Chesterfield 6 miles away.
Bus 82 or 83 from Chesterfield town centre, one each per hour.
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