Bolsover Castle is a 17th-century 'medievalizing' Jacobean-era country house by the Smythsons castle in Bolsover, Derbyshire, England, and a filming location for Jane Eyre (2006). Dating to the early 17th century (keep built 1612–1617/21, on ruins of a 1, and is Grade I listed.
Location: Bolsover, Derbyshire, England
Verified facts
- Appeared in Jane Eyre (tv, 2006) — as Lowood School, where the young Jane is sent
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-14830, SRC-14891 - Built early 17th century (keep built 1612–1617/21, on ruins of a 1
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-14892, SRC-14893, SRC-17366 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building (NHLE 1108976); Scheduled Ancient Monument
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-14892, SRC-14893, SRC-17367 - Architectural style: 17th-century 'medievalizing' Jacobean-era country house by the Smythsons
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-14893, SRC-14892
Evidence & sources
- SRC-14830 — English Heritage – English Heritage properties on film (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14891 — https://www.countryfile.com/go-outdoors/days-out/britains-best-film-locations-you-can-visit (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14892 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bolsover_Castle (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14893 — https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1108976 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17366 — https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/bolsover-castle/history/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17367 — https://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/774.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How is Bolsover Castle connected to Jane Eyre?
Bolsover Castle, in Bolsover, Derbyshire, has a documented connection to Jane Eyre. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Where is Bolsover Castle located?
Bolsover Castle is located in Bolsover, Derbyshire.