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Members' Event:
Exploring the Venus Garden at Bolsover Castle
DATE
Mon 24 Aug 2026
TIME6 - 7pm
LOCATION
Bolsover Castle
SUITABLE FORAdults
Spend a summer evening exploring the stunning Venus Garden at Bolsover Castle. Led by Dr Ruth Larsen of the University of Derby, this fascinating tour will uncover the connections between the garden's themes of love, beauty and desire and the philosophical ideas of Margaret Cavendish.
Discover the symbolism woven throughout this remarkable landscape and gain new insights into one of the 17th century's most intriguing thinkers.
This tour is graded as moderate access, as it follows uneven terrain and offers few opportunities to stop and sit down.
Prices
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Member (Adult) | £5 |
| Member (Child) | £5 |
Price Notes
Following member feedback, tickets for our exclusive Members’ Events are now just £5 per person. This small admin fee helps cover our costs and secure your place, with the option to add a donation to support English Heritage’s work caring for historic places.
How to book
Click the red button above, select the ticket you need, select the date of the event and then in the pop-up window, click ‘Member Login’ towards the bottom of the window. You’ll then need to enter your membership reference and last name, after which you’ll be able to book tickets for the event.
How to find us
Property:
Bolsover Castle
Address:
Castle Street, Bolsover, S44 6PR
Location:
Bolsover, Derbyshire, East Midlands