Bolsover Castle

03/06/2026

The horses are back this weekend! 🐴

Power, precision and pure equestrian theatre await at Bolsover Castle.

Experience stunning displays of horsemanship, elegant Spanish horses and the timeless techniques of William Cavendish in an unforgettable live show.

Cavendish's Horses: The Art of Manege Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant 17th century costume, training for art and battle to baroque music in the spectacular surroundings of the Riding School at Bolsover Castle.

03/06/2026

We're hiring!

Fancy working at a castle? We're looking for a Food and Beverage Assistant for our wonderful cafe. ☕

If you're passionate about quality customer service and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment then apply today -

Would you like to work for the charity that cares for hundreds of historic sites in every corner of England? We are looking for a Food and Beverage Assistant to join us at Bolsover Castle.

02/06/2026

We're hiring!

🍰 We're looking for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to help oversee our cafe operations and manage our wonderful F&B Assistants.

If you're someone who thrives in hospitality, can motivate a fantastic team and has great organisational skills, then this is the role for you.

✨ Apply today -

Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.

01/06/2026

It's National Volunteers' Week! 🎉

We have built quite the family of Explainer, Tour Guide, Costumed Storyteller, Bookshop, Community Engagement, Gardens and Maintenance, Make and Mend, Photography and Admin support volunteers.

Thank you to all who gift their time to keep the story of Bolsover Castle alive. 🏰

31/05/2026

The horses are back! 🐎

We are so excited to host The Art of Menage at Bolsover Castle this weekend - 6th and 7th June.

Join Dominic Sewell and the Historic Equitation team for a breathtaking display of showmanship.

✨ Tickets are available online now - https://shorturl.at/wFWZy

16/05/2026

That’s a wrap on the Festival of the Arts 2026! 🎉

Thank you to all our visitors, traders, performers, collaborators and team members who made it all happen.

We’ll end the day with this epic shot of Autin Dance Theatre during their Derbyshire Makes performance. ☸️

See you next year!

16/05/2026

The view from the Doe Lea Centre stage this morning! ☀️

It’s a lovely day for our Festival of the Arts, with performances and demonstrations that form part of the Derbyshire Makes festival, plus more happening in town with Junction Arts.

This event is free entry for Bolsover District residents. Just bring along proof of address!

15/05/2026

Set up is underway for our Festival of the Arts event tomorrow! 🎪

We’re looking forward to seeing you for our annual celebration of arts and creativity in Bolsover.

Don’t forget it’s free entry for Bolsover District residents…

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/bolsover-castle-festival-of-the-arts-sat-16-may/

15/05/2026

Are you joining us for Festival of the Arts and Derbyshire Makes tomorrow?

Here’s some important information you need to know….

🚧 Parking Update Castle Street will be closed for the duration of the festival, and Castle Street Car Park will be in use. But don’t worry — there’s still plenty of FREE parking.

📍 Town End Car Park (S44 6DT)
📍 Middle Street Car Park (S44 6HD)
📍 Cotton Street Car Park (S44)
📍 Welbeck Road Health Centre (S44 6DF)

See you there! https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/bolsover-castle-festival-of-the-arts-sat-16-may/

13/05/2026

Whitwell Choir are retuning to Festival of the Arts! 🎤

This Saturday, the Little Castle's Great Hall will be brought to life by their stunning vocal performances. There will be two sets throughout the day at 12:00 and 13:30. Come down, experience the magic of the music and maybe be inspired to join 👀

This event is free for Bolsover District residents. Book your tickets here -> https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/bolsover-castle-festival-of-the-arts-sat-16-may/