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.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
*there is no Stew Ponds walk on Thursday 29 May because of our Book Fair*. Find out more about the medieval history of Canons Ashby with a guided visit of the church and 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.
An exclusive chance to see this beautiful area. This visit will only go ahead in good weather due to ground conditions on the route. Please wear sturdy footwear and ask at reception on your way in.
You can sign up on the day for this event. The spaces are first come, first served. Please ask at Visitor Reception for more information.
This is not suitable for children under 8 years old. This is not suitable for dogs other than assistance dogs. Normal admission prices apply.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
This is aimed at adults but suitable for accompanied children 8 years and over
- Meeting point
Meet at the Visitor Reception where you can sign up for the guided tour and to receive more detailed information.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sturdy footwear for uneven muddy ground, and dress for whatever the weather brings.
- Accessibility
This walk is no longer than two kilometres from start to finish. It will be carried out at a very steady pace. A talk usually happens in the church where there are seats. There are shallow slopes and uneven, potentially very muddy, grass. There may be slippery areas next to the ponds.
- Other
This will not go ahead in poor weather. This tour has limited spaces, and the sign up is first come first served. Assistance dogs only.
Contact info
Visitor Reception for bookings and information
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