Skip to content
Skip to content

Christmas Storytime

Bring your little elves to listen to festive stories in the Second-Hand Bookshop. Take a seat in the circle for several stories for under 5's between 10.15-10:45.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Bring your little elves to listen to festive stories in the Second-Hand Bookshop. Take a seat in the circle for several stories for under 5's between 10.15-10:45. NB we will be sitting on the floor on rugs, there will be a small number of cushions available. Wrap up warm! We'll have the heaters on but it's an old stone building. Normal admission prices apply, no extra charge and no need to book. For ages 0-5 with their grown-ups.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

Check admission prices

The basics

Accessibility

The path has a slight incline to get up to the house from the car park. The courtyard has bumpy cobbles, and the bookshop has a small step up. The room can be cold, and we'll be sitting in a circle on blankets, but there will be some chairs available. The space is not particularly noisy, and is reasonably light.

Meeting point

Start your day at Visitor Reception who will organise your admission and can direct you if needed. Then head to the Second-Hand Bookshop where we will start at 10.15am.

Suitability for children

This is aimed at under-5s and their grown-ups.

What to bring and wear

Please wrap up warm: our big stone house can be very chilly, even if the heaters are on.

Other

This is not suitable for dogs other than assistance dogs. This is indoors in the second-hand bookshop. You're welcome to stay afterwards for a chat, or to browse the bookshop.

Upcoming events

Poisons, Potions and Plants Trail 

Come to Canons Ashby this Autumn and discover the spooky stories behind seemingly innocent blooms!

Event summary

on
6 Nov to 8 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Merlin's Magic Christmas Trail 

Help find all of the ingredients for Merlin to cast his Merry Christmas Spell. Look around the paddock and get active with the family - and don't forget your wellies!

Event summary

on
19 Nov 2026 to 1 Jan 2027
at 10:00 to 15:30+ 37 other dates or times

Christmas Wreath Making at Canons Ashby 

Make your doorway merry and bright this festive season with a handmade wreath!

Event summary

on
24 Nov to 25 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 3 other dates or times

A Christmas Quest 

Experience a magical Christmas visit at Canons Ashby with festive decorations inspired by Arthurian wizards, knights, dragons and the wonderful myths that surround them.

Event summary

on
28 Nov to 24 Dec 2026
at 11:00 to 15:30+ 26 other dates or times