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Cavendish's Horses: Atkinson's Action Horses
Type:Animal Event
Castle Street
Bolsover
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
About
Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant 17th century costume, training for art and battle to baroque music in the spectacular surroundings of the Riding School at Bolsover Castle.
With their elegant Spanish Horses, the Atkinson Action Horses will amaze you with a demonstration of skilled horsemanship displaying the complicated movements of Cavendish’s time which are still relevant today. Suitable for all, perfect for families and those interested in horses and horse riding. Please note that photography and filming is prohibited during the displays.
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| Member | £2.00 per adult | |
| Member | £1.00 per child | |
| Member | £2.00 per concession | |
| Non member | £14.80 per adult | |
| Non member | £8.70 per child | |
| Non member | £13.50 per concession |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Facilities
Children
- Children welcome
Site Features
- English Heritage Property
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Opening Times
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TripAdvisor
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.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train staion Chesterfield 6 miles away.
Bus 82 or 83 from Chesterfield town centre, one each per hour.
