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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Lyveden's garden lodge surrounded by green grass stands tall in the spring sun.

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Lyveden

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

A long distance view of canons Ashby House and the Priory Church with the formal gardens in bloom for summer including hedges and mixed colours

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Canons Ashby

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

A view of the cottage at Stoneywell on a sunny day with red flowers blooming in the foreground and blue skies above

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Stoneywell

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

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

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Ulverscoft Nature Reserve

Reserve in the care of the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust

Signpost pointing the way to the Priest's House, a stone building with a pitched roof, Easton On The Hill, Northamptonshire

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Priest's House

Small pre-Reformation stone building

The west front of St. Mary's church at Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire

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

Children looking at roses in the Rose Garden in June at Morden Hall Park, London

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Family-friendly things to do at Canons Ashby

Discover family-friendly activities and days out with the kids at Canons Ashby, including nature trails, wild play and school holiday events.

A mother and daughter enjoying themselves sat in the shade in Lyvedens orchard.

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Family-friendly things to do at Lyveden

From making friends with a bug to adventures in the great outdoors, there's something for everyone at Lyveden.

a young girl with blonde hair is running through long grass waving a stick with ribbons attached to it

Camp Lyveden

Join the team at Lyveden as they venture back in time with a week jam packed with historical themed activities.

Two young girls hugging a brown cockerpoo dog whilst sitting on the grass. Deckchairs can be seen in the background

Explorer Tuesdays at Canons Ashby

Bring the little ones and enjoy activities connected with nature and the great outdoors. There’s something different to try every Tuesday throughout August at Canons Asbhy.

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

The south front of Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire

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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.

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

A child enjoying a scone with jam and cream inside a café

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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.

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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.

Play a role in preserving and maintaining the history and nature for visitors at the places we look after.

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

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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.

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

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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 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.

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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.

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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.

Exterior view of Canons Ashby House and Church in spring

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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.

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Wonderful Wildflowers Trail

Canons Ashby, near Daventry, Northamptonshire

Explore the paddock and learn fun facts, and flower folklore! The trail will be running from late May until early September.

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Guided visits to the Priory Church and Medieval Stew Ponds

Canons Ashby, near Daventry, Northamptonshire

Scratch your medieval history itch with a guided visit of the priory church and the restored medieval stew ponds: an area not accessible to the public without a guide. There are 20 spaces on this walk to sign up on the day.

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Summer of Play at Stoneywell

Stoneywell, Leicestershire

Let your imagination run wild this Summer of Play at Stoneywell. Come along and join in the fun from 12 July to 7 September.

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The Manor House Murder; A Murder Mystery Evening

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Join us for an evening of murder, mystery and intrigue in this exciting new dinner/theatre experience at Lyveden.

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Monthly Guided Walk at Lyveden

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Join our Guided Walk leaders for a monthly social walk, beginning at Lyveden and then heading off into the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.

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Thomas Tresham and Elizabeth I - A Turbulent Relationship - History Talk

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Join volunteer Tony to learn all about the often fractious relationship between Thomas Tresham and Elizabeth I.

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The Lyveden Plays Acting Workshop

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Join us for a short workshop based around the Lyveden plays, which lets you get personally acquainted with the Tresham family whilst learning the art of stagecraft.