Bolsover Castle - English Heritage
Bolsover is a 17th century house built on the site of a Norman fortress and is a wonderful place to meander and muse. See the fairytale house, designed as a fantasy house for entertaining, of rooms stacked on top of one another to create the "Little Castle" with its range of charming and spectacular interiors.
Venue Type:
Museum, Historic house or home, Castle or defences
Additional info
Wedding enquiries : 01246 856456
12 Caesar paintings based on originals by Titian. They were commissioned in the 17th century by William Cavendish and are back at the castle after being taken away in the 1970s for restoration work.
Collection details
Architecture, Fine Art
Key artists and exhibits
- 12 Caesar paintings returned to the castle in 2004
- Award winning fountain in the Venus Garden
Educational Visits from Schools & Universities
English Heritage offers FREE educational visits to schools, universities and all educational establishments.
Education room available, please book this room early to be sure of availability.
Pre-booking is essential.
Call 01604 735400 for booking information and to obtain a FREE educational permit booking form for Bolsover Castle.
Art and Symbolism - The Cavendish Code Discovery Visit
Experience the scale, proportions, materials, symbolism and magical atmosphere of this site through investigating the buildings and their decoration. Discover the purpose of the building and its historical context, learn some architectural language and enjoy sketching and recording some impressive architectural design details.
Duration: 1 hour
Key Stage: 2, 3 History, Art and Design
How to obtain
Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.
English Civil War Discovery Visit
Join your guide to explore Bolsover Castle. Discover its flamboyant past at the time of the English Civil War and peep into the lives of Elizabeth and Mad Madge who lived there in the 17th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Key Stage: 2,3 History
How to obtain
Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.
Meet a Medieval Soldier Discovery Visit
Venture into history with a costumed guide on a tour to fire the imagination. How did armies attack the castle and how did those inside keep them out? Discover medieval food, living conditions (including toilets!), medieval surgery and a glimpse into the dark world of crime and punishment.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Key Stage: 1, 2, 3 History
How to obtain
Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on February 2, 5 or 6 2009. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.
Bolsover Castle - English Heritage
Castle Street
Bolsover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/bolsover-castle/
Visitor Operations Manager
Gareth.Gwilt@english-heritage.org.uk
Telephone
01246 822844
Fax
Office
01246 241569
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