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Bolsover Castle
Type:Historic House
Bolsover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2020 - Other Awards
English Heritage 2016 - Visit Britain
We're Good to Go 2020
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
* Bolsover Castle will open on 4 July. You now need to book your timed tickets in advance. Tickets are available now. We have introduced limits on visitor numbers to help keep everyone safe, and you won’t be able to visit without your booking confirmation. If you’re a Member, your ticket will be free but you still need to book in advance. There will be other new steps in place to ensure everyone’s safety, so your visit will be a little different. Find out what to expect when you visit and how to book on our website.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2020
- Excellent797
- Very Good470
- Average116
- Poor33
- Terrible25
Recent Reviews:
- Sam NDerby, United KingdomDifferent castle and wonderful views
Saturday, 25th July 2020Different 'castle'. This summer home of the Dukes of Newcastle and Portland is different in that it has a riding school, a ruined terrace and a Tudor/Stuart keep. Wonderful views from the terrace and... Read full review - Chris_skinner12Southport, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesUnderwhelming
Tuesday, 28th July 2020The views are the best part of what I would consider, an average castle trip. Stunning from a afar I admit; however, walking round took all of half an hour with very little in the way of information... Read full review - kakaboomLondonSmall but well maintained site
Saturday, 8th August 2020We had an enjoyable couple of hours at Bolsover to break up a long car journey. It’s not the biggest site and certainly wouldn’t fill a whole day. One way systems currently in place and sanitiser... 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.
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