Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Explore small personal houses, cosy gardens and woodland habitats in the neighbouring counties in the heart of England. There is lots to do indoors and outdoors in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

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The Garden Lodge surrounded by long grass in the summer.

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Lyveden

Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age.

Visitors walking along a grass path through the garden at Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire. There are summer flowers in bloom on the right and neatly clipper topiary can be seen in the background with the house behind.

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Canons Ashby

A tranquil Tudor manor house set in rare terraced gardens, with the 'antient' Dryden family at its heart

A view of the cottage at Stoneywell on a sunny day with red flowers blooming in the foreground and blue skies above

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Stoneywell

The home of a family who lived and loved the Arts and Crafts

Image shows close up of leaves on a branch of a beech tree.

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Ulverscoft Nature Reserve

Reserve in the care of the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust

Signpost pointing the way to the Priest's House, a stone building with a pitched roof, Easton On The Hill, Northamptonshire

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Priest's House

Small pre-Reformation stone building

Walking in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Two visitors with their backs to the camera walk a dog through woodland at Allen Bank and Staward Gorge

Dog-friendly places in Leicestershire & Northamptonshire

Wander through the gardens and take in the crisp colours, sights and sounds of the season.

A long distance view of canons Ashby House and the Priory Church with the formal gardens in bloom for summer including hedges and mixed colours

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The garden at Canons Ashby

The garden provides plenty of space for the family to have a great day out and enjoy the fresh air. You can also stretch your legs with one of the walks in the wider grounds.

A brown meadow butterfly sits on a purple thistle in a meadow at Stoneywell, Leicestershire.

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Summer in the garden at Stoneywell

From a show-stopping rhododendron collection to an 11-acre woodland, find out what you can see in Stoneywell's colourful garden here.

Enjoy a light lunch, cup of tea or cake with views of gardens or a historic church.

A child enjoying a scone with jam and cream inside a café

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Eating at Canons Ashby

Grab a bite to eat in the tea-room, and find a souvenir to remember your visit in the Coach House shop. Head to the old brewhouse where you will now find a second-hand bookshop.

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Eating at Lyveden

Visit the Grade I-listed Manor to find the recently opened café serving light meals, sandwiches, drinks and cakes.

Visitors in the garden in May at Tredegar House, South Wales

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Family-friendly things to do at Canons Ashby

Discover family-friendly activities and days out with the kids at Canons Ashby, including nature trails, wild play and school holiday events.

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Family-friendly things to do at Lyveden

From making friends with a bug to adventures in the great outdoors, there's something for everyone at Lyveden.

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The garden at Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire in February, with neatly trimmed topiary trees and a sundial in the middle of the path, with steps leading up to further gardens and the house beyond

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Volunteer opportunities at Canons Ashby

Find out more about volunteering opportunities at Canons Ashby and how you can join the team to play your part in looking after this historic family home.

Man pointing at a map outside a Shepherds Hut

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Volunteer opportunities at Lyveden

Find out more about volunteering at Lyveden. By joining the team, you'll help bring to life the stories of this intriguing Elizabethan lodge.

A view of the north end of the cottage at Stoneywell, with the garden sloping upward to the right of the image and sunshine falling over the cottage.

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Volunteer opportunities at Stoneywell

Volunteers are what make Stoneywell tick. From welcoming visitors to telling stories, driving the bus to pulling weeds, harvesting veg to taking photos - find out more about how you can join the team and play your part.

Visitors looking at the tulips in the garden at Canons Ashby, Northamptonshire

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Supporter groups in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. There are three to choose from: members enjoy social outings together like trips and tours, or lectures.

Exterior view of Canons Ashby House and Church in spring

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Sustainable travel in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Leicestershire & Northamptonshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

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Flutterby butterfly trail

Canons Ashby, near Daventry, Northamptonshire

As the weather warms up, delight in Canons Ashby’s ‘Flutterby Butterfly’ summer trail, running from late May until early September.

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Guided visits to Priory Church and medieval Stew Ponds

Canons Ashby, near Daventry, Northamptonshire

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 20 spaces on this walk to sign up on the day.

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Summer of Play at Stoneywell

Stoneywell, Leicestershire

Bursting with energy and adventure, enjoy a summer of play at Stoneywell.

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Foraging workshop (Three hour session)

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Discover seasonal wild foods and learn to forage safely while still leaving plenty of Mother Earth's bounty for nature.

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Foraging Workshop (One and a half hour session)

Lyveden, near Oundle, Northamptonshire

Discover seasonal wild foods and learn to forage safely while still leaving plenty of Mother Earth's bounty for nature.

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Purcell and a Picnic, with Eboracum Baroque

Canons Ashby, near Daventry, Northamptonshire

Eboracum Baroque are delighted to return to the beautiful gardens of Canons Ashby for a programme of music featuring works by Henry Purcell, using historic musical instruments.