Sold out - Bat Walk
This event has now sold out. Please check next year for bat walks in 2027. Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers.
- Booking essential
Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers. Enjoy a talk and guided walk around Canons Ashby's grounds on a search for our favourite flying mammals. See what different species you can find and learn more about their habits and habitats with our guests from the Oxfordshire Bat Group.
Please wear sturdy outdoor footwear, dress for the weather and bring a torch. This will go ahead in poor weather unless it is unsafe to do so.
Pre-booking essential £14 Adults £11 children.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult 18 years + | £14.00 |
| Child up to 17 years | £11.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 03442491895
- Accessibility
This is a walking visit which goes up and down slopes and over uneven surfaces. The sound in the church can be echoey and tricky for those with low hearing. If you are concerned about hearing it may be best to sit as close to the guest speaker as possible - please let us know. For any other queries about access please ask.
- Meeting point
Park in the normal visitor car park and follow directions
- Suitability for children
Families are welcome
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather whatever it brings, and wear sensible shoes for walking on uneven countryside ground
- Other
This is not suitable for dogs other than assistance dogs.
Upcoming events
Hop, Skip and Soar Play Trail, Summer of Play
Stretch your wings in the warm air and zoom around the paddock, or kick up your heels and gallop. Find out what creatures live at Canons Ashby in the summer whilst getting active with the family.
Guided visits to Priory Church and medieval Stew Ponds
Find out more about the medieval history of Canons Ashby with a guided visit to the church, and then to the restored medieval stew ponds: an area not accessible to the public without a guide. Please sign up on the day at Visitor Reception.
Heritage Open Day with Clarinet Ensemble Performance
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Heritage Open Day with Nature Curiosity Table
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