Young Archaeologists in Training! part of the Festival of Archaeology
Join us for a fun interactive workshop to find out all about how archaeology works, the basics of what you need to uncover evidence of the past, and to handle some real archaeological items.
- Booking essential
Join us for a fun interactive workshop to find out all about how archaeology works, the basics of what you need to uncover evidence of the past, and to handle some real archaeological items. Then we'll take a stroll to look for archaeology all around us. Good for kids who have never thought about archaeology before, or keen history lovers. For children aged 8 years and above, and one free accompanying adult per child. £12 per child (including one accompanying adult)
Please wear sturdy outdoor boots or shoes as we will be going into areas that may be muddy and will definitely be uneven. If you have any access requirements that need to be considered please let us know in the bookings. This ticket is for one child and one adult only and we hope that you will work together.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult All children must be accompanied by an adult | £0.00 |
| Child | £12.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
This is aimed at children 8 years and up, with accompanying adults
- Meeting point
Head to visitor reception, who will direct you to the church
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather - we will be outdoors at times and spending time in unheated spaces.
- Accessibility
This is taking place in different locations, including in the church. The church can be echoey and can be a noisy space if busy. There is a ramp into the church. There is low lighting if the day is dim. Please contact us if you want to discuss your access needs.
- Other
This is not suitable for dogs except assistance dogs. This workshop ticket means you can use the site facilities afterwards if you wish. To visit the house and garden please scan a membership card or purchase admission.
Upcoming events
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.
Classical Recorder Music in the Church
Enjoy classical recorder music with a French theme in the Priory Church, performed by the Nene Consort. There’s no extra charge or formal ticketing: feel free to pop in and out as you wish or take a pew and enjoy the whole hour.
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.
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.