Nature Explorer Tuesdays
Bring the kids and enjoy activities connected with nature and the great outdoors. Whether it’s wild art, or wildlife spotting, there’s something to try every Tuesday of August.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Bring the kids and enjoy activities connected with nature and the great outdoors. Whether it's wild art, or wildlife spotting, there's something to try every Tuesday of August, 11am - 2pm. Normal admission applies and some activities will have an extra fee to join in. Details about which activities are on which dates will be published on this event page nearer the time.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
This will be accessible over uneven grass which can be muddy. When we do Hapa Zome Printing there may be loud noises as the printing involves using a hammer.
- Meeting point
Start your day at Visitor Reception who will be able to direct you to the activities
- Suitability for children
This activity is aimed at families
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather - this is an outdoor nature activity
- Other
Details about which activities are on which dates will be published on this event page nearer the time.
Upcoming events
Guided countryside walks
On the third Thursday of the month from May to October, come and explore our surrounding countryside on a 6-mile walk, enjoy the fantastic views and get out in the fresh air with our walking guides.
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. There are 30 spaces on this walk to sign up on the day.
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.
The Three Musketeers performed by Illyria
All for One; One for All! Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. But are his swashbuckling credentials sufficient?