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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!

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

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! When you've found everything, collect your little christmas gift to take home with you. £3.50 per trail and normal admission prices apply.

(Please note, we are closed on 23, 24 and 25 November and the trail will not be available).

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Prices

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£3.50
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The basics

Accessibility

This is over a grassy area with no steps or slopes, but the area can be muddy and even.

Meeting point

Start your day at Visitor Reception, where you can pay for your trail sheet and get directions

Suitability for children

This is aimed at families.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for whatever the weather brings. There will be uneven floor surfaces and muddy grass. Wrap up warm!

Other

This is a fun little trail to add interest to your visit. Enjoy a Christmassy trail activity together and then explore the rest of Canons Ashby.

Upcoming events

Poisons, Potions and Plants Trail 

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

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

Christmas Wreath Making at Canons Ashby 

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

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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.

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

Carols in the Courtyard with Eboracum Baroque 

Singers from Eboracum Baroque are delighted to return to Canons Ashby for a festive concert of music through the ages in the atmospheric courtyard.

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on
28 Nov 2026
at 17:15 to 19:15