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Bugs and Beasties Trail

As part of your visit to Canons Ashby, wrap up warm and get outside in the fresh air for our Bugs and Beasties Trail.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

As part of your visit to Canons Ashby, wrap up warm and get outside in the fresh air for our Bugs and Beasties Trail. Pick up a free trail at Visitor Reception and enjoy some nature fun whilst making memories with your little ones. Don't 'frog'et your wellies! Normal admission prices apply

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

This is aimed at families

Meeting point

Start your day at Visitor Reception, where you can pick up your free activity sheet.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather. This is an activity to join in outdoors.

Accessibility

This activity goes over uneven countryside surfaces like grass and possible mud.

Other

Dogs are welcome outdoors on short leads. This is a free activity to enjoy as part of a visit, to help amuse younger visitors.

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on
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