What's on at Canons Ashby
Secrets of Canons Ashby Trail
Pick up a trail from Visitor Reception and explore the grounds to discover some of the lesser known features of our site which you otherwise might never have noticed.
Thu 15 Nov 2018
+ 43 other dates
10:00-14:30
Remembrance Poppy Display
Visit the church as part of your day at Canons Ashby and see a beautiful display of hand-made poppies arranged by our flower team.
Thu 15 Nov 2018
+ 11 other dates
11:00-15:00
Guided Tour
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.
Thu 15 Nov 2018
+ 11 other dates
11:30-12:30
Spit and polish: from kitchen maids to conservation
How can onion water or brick dust help you look after your home? What other uses for tea leaves are there? Discover the differences between how the Victorian servants and the modern conservation team care for our historic house.
Sat 17 Nov 2018
+ 3 other dates
11:00-14:30
Volunteer open day
Meet some of our volunteers over a cuppa and find out more about how you can join this friendly team.
Thu 22 Nov 2018
10:00-15:00
Sold out - An Elizabethan Christmas with Eboracum Baroque
Sold out - Eboracum Baroque return to the wonderful acoustics of the Priory to perform vocal music from the Elizabethan era by composers including William Byrd and Thomas Tallis, as well as a few well-known seasonal favourites.
Sun 25 Nov 2018
16:00-17:30
Holly and Ivy Trail
Bring the family, wrap up warm and explore the grounds with a Christmas twist. Answer our festive questions, learning something new and win your prize. Then warm up in the tea room!
Sat 01 Dec 2018
+ 27 other dates
10:00-14:30
Festive Handbell Ringing
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 01 Dec 2018
11:30-12:00
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Festive Wreath Workshop
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.
Tue 04 Dec 2018
+ 1 other date
10:00-12:00
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Carols in the Courtyard
Wrap up warm and join this much loved tradition in Canons Ashby's Pebbled Court, with glorious singing, music, mulled wine and mince pies.
Fri 07 Dec 2018
19:30-21:30
Five Centuries of Christmas
Immerse yourself in five centuries of Christmas, from earthy Tudor treats to familiar 20th century traditions.
Sat 08 Dec 2018
+ 8 other dates
11:00-14:45
New Year's Walk
Blow away the cobwebs after the indulgent Christmas season and get some fresh air in the beautiful Northamptonshire Countryside.
Wed 02 Jan 2019
10:00-12:00
Muddy Explorers Trail
During February half term, put on your wellies and join our Muddy Explorers Trail to embrace this squelchy time of year!
Sat 16 Feb 2019
+ 8 other dates
11:00-15:00
Seed Bombs!
Make a big muddy seed bomb out of our ingredients, take aim and throw it as far as you can!
Sat 06 Apr 2019
+ 12 other dates
11:00-15:00
Newts, bats and birds: evening nature walk
Take a walk with our experienced nature guides and see what creatures can be found as night starts to fall on Canons Ashby.
Fri 12 Apr 2019
19:00-20:30
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt
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!
Fri 19 Apr 2019
+ 3 other dates
10:00-16:00
Dawn Chorus Walk
Wake up with the feathered friends of Canons Ashby at first light.
Sun 05 May 2019
04:45-07:45
Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed by Eboracum Baroque
Eboracum Baroque return to Canons Ashby Priory to perform one of the most famous pieces of baroque music ever written: Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
Sat 18 May 2019
18:00-19:30