What's on at Canons Ashby
November tours
When the house is closed you can still enjoy a guided tour with one of our fascinating guides. Find out about the history of this special place and the people who made their mark here.
Mon 18 Nov 2019
+ 9 other dates
13:30-14:15
Family crafting for Christmas
Start getting ready for Christmas! Make a traditional orange decoration or colour a wooden decoration to take home for the festive season.
Sat 23 Nov 2019
+ 1 other date
11:30-15:00
A Classical English Christmas, performed by Eboracum Baroque
Eboracum Baroque return to the wonderful acoustics of Canons Ashby Priory to perform vocal seasonal favourites from across the ages.
Sun 24 Nov 2019
15:30-17:00
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Festive robin decoration workshop
Enjoy a fun festive workshop to create a hanging Robin decoration: a great introduction to Powertex Textile Sculpture.
Tue 26 Nov 2019
13:30-15:30
Festive wreath workshops
Nothing says ‘Christmas is here’ quite like a wreath on your front door. Spend a few hours with our talented flower team who will help you craft your own festive wreath using greenery from the grounds of Canons Ashby.
Wed 27 Nov 2019
+ 1 other date
10:00-12:00
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Reindeer Trail
Bring your little fawns and explore our outdoor space this festive season looking for our rustic wooden reindeer. Wrap up warm, follow the trail together and then claim your prize to take home!
Sat 30 Nov 2019
+ 29 other dates
10:00-15:00
Christmas through the ages
From a grand Tudor banquet to a cheery 1980s party. Experience Christmas from different times in history as you explore our beautiful festive house.
Sat 30 Nov 2019
+ 22 other dates
11:00-15:00
Christmas Story Time
Cosy up in your festive jumpers with your little elves and listen to a seasonal story or two by the lights of our Christmas tree, with our talented storytellers.
Thu 05 Dec 2019
+ 1 other date
11:00-13:00
Carols in the courtyard - Sold out
This event is now sold out -please see our other upcoming events. Wrap up warm and join this much loved tradition of festive music in Canons Ashby’s Pebbled Court.
Fri 06 Dec 2019
19:30-21:30
Festive handbells
Enjoy the festive sounds of the Launton Handbell ringers in the beautiful acoustics of Priory Church. Wrap up warm and take a pew to enjoy their beautiful music.
Sat 07 Dec 2019
11:30-12:00
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Candlelit evening tours
Join us for a special after-hours tour around the decorated house as a fascinating festive treat.
Fri 13 Dec 2019
18:00-19:00
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New Year's Walk
Blow away the cobwebs after the indulgent Christmas season and get some fresh air in the beautiful Northamptonshire Countryside.
Thu 02 Jan 2020
09:55-12:00
Bugs and beasties trail
Find out more about some of the tiny creatures that live at Canons Ashby and get out in the fresh air together. Bring your wellies! It may be a squelchy adventure.
Sat 15 Feb 2020
+ 8 other dates
10:00-15:00
Make a bird feeder
Make a pine cone bird feeder for our feathered friends at this chilly time of year and have a look at our nature collection. Then take it home to feed the birds where you live.
Wed 19 Feb 2020
+ 1 other date
11:00-14:00
Family Storytelling
Bring your little ones and listen to a story in honour of World Book Day earlier this week. Our storyteller has a selection of stories for younger children, so why not pop in and settle down for a tale together?
Sat 07 Mar 2020
11:30-14:00
Growing green trail
Grow your interest in the green things all around us by joining in this spring trail during the school holidays. Bring the kids and have a go, then pick up your sticker.
Sat 04 Apr 2020
+ 11 other dates
10:00-16:00
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt
A delicious Cadbury prize awaits at the end of our outdoor Easter trail. Bring the family to explore the ancient parkland, get in touch with nature this spring and earn your tasty reward.
Fri 10 Apr 2020
+ 3 other dates
10:00-16:00