From its humble Norman beginnings this magnificent castle has developed into a beautiful shadow of its former glory. The present 17th century castle stands as a monument to the Cavendish family who lavished money and love on their ‘Pleasure Palace’, leaving as their legacy a romantic ruin and stunning paintings within the ‘Little Castle’

Ian Morgan is a  writer, historian and public speaker. He also gives his time to English Heritage to act as a guide at a number of their properties, primarily Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire.