Exterior view of Stoneywell, Leicestershire. Stoneywell was built as a summer home by Arts and Crafts architect-designer Ernest Gimson for his brother Sidney. — Exterior view of Stoneywell | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Houses and buildings to visit in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

From buildings with Tudor connections to a house dedicated to Arts and Crafts, there is so much history to explore.

Discover the National Trust's buildings and houses for a great family day out.

The Sitting Room with white walls and wooden floors at Stoneywell, with a chair and couch surrounding the large fireplace, and bookshelves, a desk and typewriter visible

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The cottage at Stoneywell

Delve into Stoneywell’s collection of Arts and Crafts treasures, from unique handcrafted furniture to a replica cot and a small ceramics collection.

The pathway leading up to Lyveden Manor, surrounded by colourful wildflowers.

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Things to do at Lyveden

With a manor house to see, plan your visit here, with historical talks, information on the garden design and our temporary exhibition space there's plenty to see and do.

The interior of the kitchen at Canons Ashby house in Northamptonshire. The room has a stone flagstone floor with a large range over and servants bells on the wall.

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Canons Ashby House

Explore the historic house at Canons Ashby with grand rooms, stunning tapestries and plasterwork which contrasts with the servants' quarters. Find out more about what you can see.