Visitor attractions and information - Sutton
in Ashfield
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Newstead Abbey, Newstead Abbey Park, Ravenshead,
Nottinghamshire, NG15 8NA. Tel: (01623) 455 900. Newstead Abbey
is a beautiful historic house set in a glorious landscape of
gardens and parkland within the heart of Nottinghamshire. The
Abbey's most famous owner was the poet, Lord Byron. About 4 miles south of Sutton in Ashfield. |
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Hardwick
Hall, Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S44 5QJ. Tel: 01246 850430.
One of Britain's greatest and most complete Elizabethan houses.
Tudor treasure house
Built for 'Bess of Hardwick'. 16th and 17th-century tapestries
and embroideries. Rare breeds of cattle and sheep. Herb garden.
The ruins of Hardwick Old Hall in the grounds are owned by the
National Trust and administered by English Heritage (01246 850431).
National Trust. Charges apply. www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Location:
About 3 miles north of Sutton in Ashfield, between junctions
28 and 29 of the M1. |
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Bolsover Castle, Derbyshire - S44 6PR. 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. 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. In Bolsover, 7 miles north of Sutton on A632. Off
M1 at junction 29 (signposted). English
Heritage. |
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