Decorate a spooky candle holder
Bring the whole family to decorate a bat or hedgehog tea-light holder with our team at Canons Ashby - the perfect seasonal touch for your home!
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Bring the whole family to decorate a bat or hedgehog tea-light holder with our team at Canons Ashby - the perfect seasonal touch for your home! All are welcome to join in for this activity. You may wish to wear something you wouldn't mind getting messy. Hand washing facilities will be available nearby to help you clean up afterwards. Please don’t wear precious or valuable clothing – just in case!
Normal admission prices apply, £3.50 per candle holder. No need to book in advance The tea-light holders are ceramic and need parental supervision.
Times
The basics
- Accessibility
This is accessible over uneven ground surfaces and slopes. It will take place outdoors under a gazebo. Please contact us on canonsashby@nationaltrust.org.uk if you want to discuss your access needs.
- Meeting point
Start your day at Visitor Reception, where you can pay for your Spooky Candle Holder.
- Suitability for children
This event is aimed at families.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather. This event will take place under cover of a gazebo.
- Other
Normal admission prices apply, and £3.50 per Spooky Candle Holder.
Upcoming events
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