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From lavish houses and palaces to invigorating walks and spectacular views from hilltop castles, a day out in the East Midlands is an adventure for all the family this season.

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A 17th century aristocratic retreat

Perched on a ridge high above the Vale of Scarsdale, on the site of a medieval fortress, Bolsover Castle is an extraordinary historic site.

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Exterior view of the ruins of Ashby de la Zouch Castle

Take in the views

Enjoy the striking ruins of Ashby De La Zouch Castle.

Visit Ashby de la Zouch Castle
  • A Weekend in Derbyshire

    Between the M1 and the moors lie the manor houses and market towns that were once the domain of the remarkable Bess of Hardwick. Explore this diverse county on a history-inspired weekend away.

  • Walking Guide: Bolsover Castle to Sutton Scarsdale

    Facing each other across a valley, Bolsover Castle and the ruin of Sutton Scarsdale Hall seem very different. Discover the landscape which connects them on the 7 mile countryside walk.

Two women, a dog and two children walk across a bridge with a rocky island and sea behind

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Your Places Appeal

Over 300 of our treasured sites are free to enter. They're open to everybody, no matter their means. But free to enter doesn't mean free to maintain. It costs over £4.2 million a year to care for these special places - and that's why we need your help. 

Please donate to our appeal today to help protect them for tomorrow.

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