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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
11 Jun to 5 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 86 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
12 Jun to 25 Sep 2025
at
14:00 to 14:45
+ 11 other dates or times
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Summer Solstice Foraging with Tellus Mater 

Join us on the longest day of the year to forage for wild herbs, fruits, and edible treasures! Discover nature’s bounty and learn ancient foraging skills.

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on
21 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 13:00
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The Tempest by Immersion Theatre 

Shakespeare’s most magical play bursting with mayhem, comedy, romance, and surprises!

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on
5 Jul 2025
at
18:00 to 20:00
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Baroque Classics in the Garden performed by Eboracum Baroque 

Fancy a serene summer treat? Come and listen to some baroque classics in the middle of Canons Ashby's gardens.

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on
19 Jul 2025
at
18:00 to 19:45
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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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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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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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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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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