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Bolsover
Castle, perched high on a wooded hillside near Chesterfield,
is an enchanting place to visit. William the Conqueror gave Bolsover
Castle to his bailiff, William Peveril, who is believed to have
built a keep where Bolsover Castle now stands. The castle was
first leased to Sir Charles Cavendish, Bess of Hardwicks' son,
in 1608, and five years later he became the owner. Employing
Robert Smythson as his architect, Cavendish set about re-building
the castle. The tower, known today as the little castle, was
completed c1621, and building work continued with their sons
adding the terrace and riding school ranges. |
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Ringwood Hall Hotel |
... ...a beautifully
preserved, Grade II listed Georgian manor house offers a full
English breakfast, free wireless broadband internet access and
use of the health and fitness club. |
...only minutes from
Chesterfield town centre. |
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Twin Oaks Hotel |
.. ..within easy reach
of the M1 motorways and local attractions such as Chatsworth
House, Hardwick Hall, Bolsover Castle, Matlock Bath, the charming
Medieval market town of Chesterfield. |
...formed from a derelict
row of colliery cottages, carefully renovated to retain each
cottage’s unique character and charm |
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Clifton Hotel |
..located 5 minutes
away from Mansfield city centre, located on a quiet tree lined
road. |
....all rooms are
en-suite and boast coffee and tea making facilities along with
radio and colour tv. |
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Bolsover Castle was eventually given
to the nation by the 7th Duke of Portland in 1945 and is now
in the care of English Heritage. Visitors
can enjoy the elaborate fireplaces, panelling and wall paintings,
and see the early indoor riding school linked to the castle with
a range of buildings including a gallery. |
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