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Unfortunately, due to high winds as part of Storm Darragh, Bolsover Castle will be closed on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 December. Our Father Christmas sessions and Bolsover 10k Run will also not be able to go ahead. Your booking will be automatically refunded and there is no need to contact us. We are very sorry for any disappointment caused.
Open Wed-Sun, 10am - 4pm
See full prices and opening timesA Christmas Quest
Join best friends Ellie and Jack on a festive quest to uncover the magic of the season and its much-loved traditions. There are 12 stops to discover, each filled with Christmas stories, activities and exciting challenges.
Quests take place from 30 Nov – 22 Dec and are included in the standard entry price. Book online before your visit to save 15%.
William the Conqueror grants custody of his new castle at Nottingham and the large manor of Bolsover to one of his knights, William Peveril.
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Peveril’s son takes the wrong side against Henry II and forfeits his estates to the Crown.