Special tour of Bolsover Castle
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Overview
Uncover the fascinating story of the trailblazing 17th-century natural philosopher and writer, Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastle. One of the most published female authors of the period, discover her insightful and creative literary and philosophical works – including one of the earliest works of science fiction.
Hear how she was inspired by Bolsover Castle - one of her homes - and how she helped run the Cavendish estates. On this tour you will get a first glimpse of some of our latest research on Cavendish and Bolsover Castle as we reveal how the story of this ground-breaking historical figure is changing our understanding of the site through Margaret Cavendish’s Mind Lab, a project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Hear how she was inspired by Bolsover Castle - one of her homes - and how she helped run the Cavendish estates. On this tour you will get a first glimpse of some of our latest research on Cavendish and Bolsover Castle as we reveal how the story of this ground-breaking historical figure is changing our understanding of the site through Margaret Cavendish’s Mind Lab, a project supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.