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Legendary Joust at Bolsover Castle
Type:Historical Event
Castle Street
Bolsover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S44 6PR
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Tel01246 822844
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About
Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill as four legendary knights compete for honour and glory in the Grand Medieval Joust.
See lances shatter, feel the thunder of hooves and hear the roar of the crowd as reputations are won and lost. Our fearless fighters and their magnificent horses will charge at each other at full speed in and unforgettable display of chivalry and sheer courage. Choose your champion and cheer them on to victory – or console them in defeat.
Don’t miss one of history’s most spectacular sporting contests - book online and save 10%.
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £21.50 per ticket | |
| Child (5-17 years) | £13.00 per ticket | |
| Concession | £19.20 per ticket | |
| Family (1 Adult) | £34.50 per ticket | |
| Family (2 Adult) | £56.00 per ticket | |
| Member (Adult) | £3.50 per ticket | |
| Member (Child) | £2.00 per ticket | |
| Member (Concession) | £3.20 per ticket | |
| Member (Family 1 Adult) | £5.50 per ticket | |
| Member (Family 2 Adults) | £9.00 per ticket |
Admission to this event is in addition to the standard admission ticket price and there is an extra cost for members. You don’t need to book your visit in advance, but you will always get the best price and guaranteed entry by booking online ahead of your visit. If you purchase a walk up ticket on the day of the event, the ticket price will be higher than those listed above.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
- Wheelchairs available
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs are allowed in the castle grounds only.
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- English Heritage Property
Opening Times
| Season (26 Aug 2023 - 28 Aug 2023) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday - Monday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From North (follow brown signs) Leave M1 motorway at junction 29A and take 1st exit off roundabout (Markham Road). At next roundabout take 3rd exit (Markham Lane). Follow road to next roundabout and take 3rd exit (Markham Lane). At next roundabout take 2nd exit (A632). Follow road for approx 1 mile and, at roundabout, take 2nd exit (A632). Follow road for just under a mile into Bolsover and take right turn (Castle Street, brown signpost for Castle). Follow road to left hand bend and Castle is on right. Car parking available close to Castle entrance.
From South (follow brown signs) Leave M1 motorway at junction 29A and take 3rd exit off roundabout (Markham Road). Follow road under M1 and, at roundabout go straight on. At next roundabout take 3rd exit (Markham Lane), then follow route from North.
From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway. At roundabout take 4th exit (M1 North). Leave M1 at next junction (29A), then follow route from South
From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and, at traffic lights go straight on. At roundabout select middle lane and take 2nd exit (A632). Follow road, going straight on at traffic lights, for about 1 mile and, at traffic lights (Royal Hospital) go straight on. Follow road, going straight on at mini roundabout, for approx 1¼ miles to traffic lights and go straight on. At roundabout take 3rd exit (A632). Follow road for just under a mile into Bolsover and take right turn (Castle Street, brown signpost for Castle). Follow road to left hand bend and Castle is on right. Car parking available close to Castle entrance.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest train station Chesterfield 6 miles away.
Bus 1 or 1A from Chesterfield town centre.
