Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire
The Terrace Range
Bolsover Castle is located in the market town of Bolsover, in the north-east of the English county of Derbyshire. Built in the early 17th century, the castle sits on the earthworks and ruins of a 12th century medieval castle, the present structure was begun between 1612 and 1617 by Sir Charles Cavendish. The building work was continued by Charles two sons, William and John, who were influenced by the Italian-inspired work of the architect Inigo Jones. The tower, known today as the 'Little Castle', was completed around 1621.
William Cavendish, who was created Marquess of Newcastle in 1643 and Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1665, added a new hall and staterooms to the Terrace Range, these are now in ruins.
The castle was specifically designed and built as a lavish retreat for entertaining influential guests, it was known for its lavish banquets, entertainment, and overall atmosphere of celebration and revelry.
The site is now in the care of the English Heritage, and is both a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire
The Terrace Range
Bolsover Castle is located in the market town of Bolsover, in the north-east of the English county of Derbyshire. Built in the early 17th century, the castle sits on the earthworks and ruins of a 12th century medieval castle, the present structure was begun between 1612 and 1617 by Sir Charles Cavendish. The building work was continued by Charles two sons, William and John, who were influenced by the Italian-inspired work of the architect Inigo Jones. The tower, known today as the 'Little Castle', was completed around 1621.
William Cavendish, who was created Marquess of Newcastle in 1643 and Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1665, added a new hall and staterooms to the Terrace Range, these are now in ruins.
The castle was specifically designed and built as a lavish retreat for entertaining influential guests, it was known for its lavish banquets, entertainment, and overall atmosphere of celebration and revelry.
The site is now in the care of the English Heritage, and is both a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.