Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Not all English Heritage properties are open yet, and those that are require pre-booking via their website.

If you, or any of your party have a new persistant cough, or develop a fever of 38C, we would instead advise you to use the NHS's dedicated website for professional advice.

Bolsover Castle

An early 17thC country house with battlements and turrets designed by Robert and John Smythson for Sir Charles Cavendish. Perched on a wooded hill above the town on the site of a 12thC castle, the 'Little Castle' is decorated with allegorical frescoes and richly carved chimney pieces. There is a 350-year-old indoor riding house and ruined state rooms with an ideal picnic site and several special events featured every year. A new discovery centre has just been completed within the stables and the Venus Garden fountain has been restored.

  • Currently: Low-level cloud, 9° C
  • Friday: Light rain, 8° C
  • Saturday: Low-level cloud, 8° C