Bolsover Castle
Bolsover Castle is located at the very heart of England, in Derbyshire. The early 17th-century castle was built by Cavendish family on the site of a previous medieval castle. The castle is renowned for its slightly mysterious character, and in 2017 it was voted the spookiest English Heritage site.
Sitting on a ridge above the Vale of Scarsdale, Bolsover Castle was designed to be a comfortable residence rather than a defensive castle despite its visual appearance.
The main building that attracts attention from the whole complex is called the Little Castle. That’s the impressive square-shaped building overlooking the whole site, and it features beautiful wall paintings and interiors.
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