Canons Ashby

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A tranquil Tudor manor house set in rare terraced gardens, with the 'antient' Dryden family at its heart

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It's spring at Canons Ashby

St Mary's Church with daisies

Enjoy Spring at Canons Ashby 

The weather is getting warmer, the gardens are beginning to bloom and there are plenty of things to see in the house.

Two children using binoculars in a field of wildflowers.

50 things to do before you're 11 ¾ at Canons Ashby 

Have some family fun with outdoor games and lot's of exploring, for little and big adventurers.

A family enjoying the Cadbury Egg Hunt

Easter Holidays at Canons Ashby 

Join us for some spring fun in the fresh air this Easter. We have plenty going on to keep the family amused.

A child taking a pinch of seeds

Seed Bombs! 

We are on a mission to improve our biodiversity in our outdoor spaces. Make a seed bomb and see who can throw it the furthest and do your bit to create a welcoming environment for insect and animal life.

Get out in the fresh air

Dog walking at Canons Ashby

Dogs at Canons Ashby 

Plan your pup's visit to Canons Ashby.

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Walks at Canons Ashby 

Try these fantastic trails for walkers, wildlife spotters, history enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates stunning countryside views.

Need to know and plan your day

Parkland family adventures

Need to know info for family days out 

All the need to know stuff for a great family day out

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Plan your day 

With lots to explore and discover, take a look at what Canons Ashby has to offer and enjoy your day, your way

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Upcoming events

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Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt

Fri 19 Apr 2019
10:00-16:00
A delicious Cadbury prize awaits at the end of our outdoor Easter Hunt. Bring the whole family to search high and low for our creature clues across the ancient parkland. Then don’t forget your tasty reward!

Dawn Chorus Walk

Sun 05 May 2019
04:45-08:00
Wake up with the feathered friends of Canons Ashby at first light.

Guided Countryside Walks

Thu 09 May 2019
09:55-13:00
Join a volunteer guide on a 6 mile cross country walk to stretch your legs and explore the heart of rural Northamptonshire around Canons Ashby.

Sold out - Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed by Eboracum Baroque

Sat 18 May 2019
18:00-19:30
This event is now sold out- but they will be coming back to perform a Christmas Concert in November. Keep an eye on the what's on page!

Try writing with an historic quill!

Sun 19 May 2019
10:30-15:00
Find out how writing has changed in the last 500 years and try your hand at using an authentically made historic quill.

Moths and Butterflies family trail

Sat 25 May 2019
10:00-16:00
Flitter and flutter across the parkland looking for our British butterflies and moths. See how many you can find, discover more about these beautiful winged creatures and pick up your sticker from the Coach House shop.
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Eating and shopping

Eating and Shopping

A selection of souvenirs from the Coach House shop

Visit our Coach House shop 

Browse our shop for plants, gifts and second-hand books.

A serving of tea in the tearoom

Visit the Stables Tearoom 

Indulge in our homemade sweet and savoury treats for a light lunch or afternoon tea.

The interior of the Brewhouse Bookshop

The Brewhouse Bookshop 

From science fiction to gardening books, from cross stitch instructions to murder mysteries, there are plenty of second hand books to browse in our cosy Brewhouse Bookshop.

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Things to see and do

South front of Canons Ashby House

A family home for 400 years 

Learn more about the fascinating history of this beautiful family home.

Example of arcading architecture

Canons behaving badly 

The Priory at Canons Ashby has a long history and was once home to monks who preferred the public house to holy service.

Sir Henry Dryden stands outside the Church Priory

Sir Henry Dryden the Antiquary 

Discover more about Sir Henry Dryden, who inherited the estate in 1837 at just 19 years old.

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Our work

Historic Pebble Court at Canons Ashby

Our historic building survey 

Find out what's being discovered in our Historic Building Survey, as archaeologists examine Canons Ashby in more detail than ever before.

Canons Ashby Stew Ponds 2018 view one

Projects at Canons Ashby 

Take a look at the completed and ongoing projects that keep Canons Ashby alive, from ancient archaeology to up to date visitor facilities.

Carved heads on a wooden bedpost

Canons Ashby's curious collection 

Uncover more about the collection we care for, from merry bedposts to mechanical bellows.

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Get involved

A volunteer taking photographs

Become a volunteer 

Find out the benefits of volunteering, the roles available and how to join our team.

A Volunteer in Tudor Costume

From visiting to volunteering 

Rhona Milner shares her story of how she became a volunteer room guide and day leader at Canons Ashby in Northamptonshire.

A group enjoying a garden tour

Join a National Trust supporter group 

Get more involved and meet like-minded people by joining a local supporter group.

A mid 20th century family photo

A matter of family 

Find out how Nick Hall helps visitors become part of the story.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Canons Ashby on the National Trust Collections website

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