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at Canons Ashby

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Wonderful Wildflowers Trail 

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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on
21 Jul to 5 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 46 other dates or times
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Guided countryside walks 

Fancy some fresh air? Join us once a month from July to October to explore our surrounding countryside on a guided 6-mile walk.

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on
24 Jul to 23 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 13:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Guided visits to the Priory Church and Medieval Stew Ponds 

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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on
24 Jul to 25 Sep 2025
at
14:00 to 14:45
+ 5 other dates or times
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Festival of Archaeology- Craft Session 

Try your hand at the ancient craft of weaving during the Festival of Archaeology at Canons Ashby!

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on
30 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
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Festival of Archaeology- Exclusive Artefact Information Session 

Come and uncover clues from the past with our regional archaeologist!

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on
31 Jul to 1 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Explorer Tuesdays at Canons Ashby 

Bring the kids and enjoy activities connected with nature and the great outdoors. There’s something different to try every Tuesday of August.

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on
5 Aug to 26 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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The Wind in the Willows by Illyria 

Join Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad on a whimsical journey through the English countryside, where friendship and mischief lead to unexpected adventures!

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on
16 Aug 2025
at
17:30 to 19:30
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Bat Walks 2025 

Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers.

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on
6 Sep to 20 Sep 2025
at
19:00 to 20:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Autumn Garden Tour with the Head Gardener 

Join an exclusive Autumn tour of Canons Ashby’s beautiful garden led by our Head Gardener, with an autumnal apple and pear tasting from our variety of historic trees.

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on
11 Sep 2025
at
15:15 to 17:30
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Heritage Open Day with Clarinet Ensemble Performance 

Visit Canons Ashby to enjoy the beautiful gardens, the historic house, the medieval church and green outdoor spaces.

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on
13 Sep 2025
at
11:30 to 15:30
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Heritage Open Day with Pawprints and Poo Trail 

Add some family fun to your day out with our Pawprints and Poo Trail

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on
14 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
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Apple Harvest Weekend 

Join us this autumn for a delightful weekend in the countryside as we celebrate the humble British apple. From orchard to table, it’s a seasonal tradition the whole family will love.

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on
27 Sep to 28 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Harvest Foraging Taster Walks with Tellus Mater 

Ever Wondered What You’re Walking Past? Whether you're a nature lover, foodie, or just curious about what’s hiding in the hedgerows, this is your chance to see the world with new eyes—and taste it, too.

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on
27 Sep to 28 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Exclusive Behind-the-scenes House Tour with Afternoon Tea 

Ever wondered what's behind the closed doors of Canons Ashby? Seize the opportunity to be exclusively shown some of our best kept secrets and to learn more about how we conserve our place and collection.

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on
10 Oct 2025
at
15:15 to 17:30
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Poisons and Plants Trail 

Pick up a Poisons and Plants Trail and learn more about the spooky British folklore surrounding you!

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on
17 Oct to 9 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 20 other dates or times
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Pumpkin Candle Holder Decorating Workshop 

Come get crafty with us this spooky season and decorate your own candle holder!

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on
29 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
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Christmas Wreath Making at Canons Ashby 

Make your doorway merry and bright this festive season with a handmade wreath!

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on
24 Nov to 25 Nov 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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The Magical Forest Trail 

Can you help Merlin the Wizard find his way through the magical forest?

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on
27 Nov to 24 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 27 other dates or times
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A Christmas Quest 

Experience a magical Christmas visit at Canons Ashby with festive decorations inspired by Arthurian wizards, knights, dragons and the wonderful myths that surround them. Running from 29 November - 24 December.

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on
29 Nov to 24 Dec 2025
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 25 other dates or times
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Festive Handbell Ringing in the Church 

Fancy some festive cheer? Come and listen to the Launton Handbell Ringers in the Priory Church!

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on
6 Dec 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30