Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Explore small personal houses, little gardens and woodland habitats in the neighbouring counties in the heart of England. There is lots to do indoors and outdoors in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

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Canons Ashby

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

Lyveden

Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age.

Image showing daffodils infront of an unfinished Elizabethan garden lodge

Stoneywell

The home of a family who lived and loved the Arts and Crafts

Yellow daffodils cover the meadow beside a stone cottage nestled in the hillside.

Ulverscoft Nature Reserve

Reserve in the care of the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust

Image shows close up of leaves on a branch of a beech tree.

Priest's House

Small pre-Reformation stone building

A parent and two kids playing on a huge tree trunk with spring flowers in the foreground

Family-friendly places to visit in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Lyveden's moat in the early spring sun. Nearby trees are begging to blossom as primroses flower below.

Walking in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

A dog sits patiently by his owners who are sat on a big yellow bench at the Top of the Gorge Festival 2019 at Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

Dog-friendly places in Leicestershire & Northamptonshire

A female volunteer room guide standing in a doorway talking to a visitor.

Volunteering in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Wander through the gardens, meadows and open spaces in the great outdoors and take in the beauty of summer.

The garden at Canons Ashby

The garden provides plenty of space for the family to have a great day out and enjoy the fresh air. You can also stretch your legs with one of the walks in the wider grounds.

A man and young girl stand in the gardens at Canons Ashby. They are near a sundial with the house in the background. They have a dog on a lead.

Enjoy a light lunch, cup of tea or cake with views of gardens or a historic church.

Eating at Canons Ashby

Grab a bite to eat in the tea-room, and find a souvenir to remember your visit in the Coach House shop. Head to the old brewhouse where you will now find a second-hand bookshop.

Lavender bath set and pillow spray, part of the 2026 spring/summer collection

Eating at Lyveden

The café in the Grade I-listed manor serves a range of hot and cold drinks, light meals, snacks and cakes to keep you refreshed during your visit. Take a seat indoors or enjoy your cuppa in the outdoor seating area.

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Volunteer opportunities at Canons Ashby

Find out more about volunteering opportunities at Canons Ashby and how you can join the team to play your part in looking after this historic family home.

The garden at Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire in February, with neatly trimmed topiary trees and a sundial in the middle of the path, with steps leading up to further gardens and the house beyond

Volunteer opportunities at Lyveden

Find out more about volunteering at Lyveden. By joining the team, you'll help bring to life the stories of this intriguing Elizabethan lodge.

A staff member giving a talk to visitors in the garden at Greenway Devon

Volunteer opportunities at Stoneywell

Volunteers are what make Stoneywell tick. From welcoming visitors to telling stories, driving the bus to pulling weeds, harvesting veg to taking photos - find out more about how you can join the team and play your part.

A view of the north end of the cottage at Stoneywell, with the garden sloping upward to the right of the image and sunshine falling over the cottage.

Supporter groups in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. There are three to choose from: members enjoy social outings together like trips and tours, or lectures.

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Sustainable travel in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Leicestershire & Northamptonshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.