Poisons and Plants Trail
Pick up a Poisons and Plants Trail and learn more about the spooky British folklore surrounding you!
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Come to Canons Ashby this Autumn and discover the spooky stories behind seemingly innocent blooms! From Deadly Nightshade to Witch Hazel there will be something new for everyone to learn.
Feel free to dress to impress in your best Halloween outfit, and don't forget your wellies if it is wet outside!
This trail runs between 17 October and 9 November. Please note that the property is closed between Monday and Wednesday (inclusive) in November.
£2 per trail, normal admission prices apply.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
This event is designed for families.
- Meeting point
Start your day at visitor reception in the main car park, where you can purchase your trail activity sheet.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather! The trail will be available come rain or shine.
- Accessibility
This activity is outdoors and will go over uneven ground, grass and slopes.
- Other
Please pay for your trail activity sheet at Visitor Reception when you arrive.
Upcoming events
Wonderful Wildflowers Trail
Explore the paddock and learn fun facts, and flower folklore! The trail will be running from late May until early September.
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.
Bat Walks 2025
Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers.
Sold Out-Autumn Garden Tour with the Head Gardener
This event has sold out. If you are interested in similar future events, keep your eyes peeled for our Spring Garden Tour with Afternoon Tea!