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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.
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.
Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age.
A tranquil Tudor manor house set in rare terraced gardens, with the 'antient' Dryden family at its heart
Wander through the gardens and take in the crisp colours, sights and sounds of the season.
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.
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.
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.
Visit the Grade I-listed Manor to find the recently opened café serving light meals, sandwiches, drinks and cakes.
Discover family-friendly activities and days out with the kids at Canons Ashby, including nature trails, wild play and school holiday events.
From making friends with a bug to adventures in the great outdoors, there's something for everyone at Lyveden.
Play a role in preserving and maintaining the history and nature for visitors at the places we look after.
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.
Find out more about volunteering at Lyveden. By joining the team, you'll help bring to life the stories of this intriguing Elizabethan lodge.
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.
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.
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.
Talk a mindful stroll around the orchard at Lyveden to take in the beauty of the season.
Come to the medieval Priory Church and browse a wide selection of books which have been donated by our supporters, all different genres from crime to cakes, new and old.
As the weather warms up, delight in Canons Ashby’s ‘Flutterby Butterfly’ summer trail, running from late May until early September.
Can you help Squirrel Holmes use nature clues to solve the mystery of who stole the gardener's biscuits?
This May half-term, get up close to the marvellous minibeasts that call Stoneywell home.
Like to learn what animals are about by identifying their poo?
Fascinated with animals and nature? Join our family fun activity making your own nature journals.
Find out more about the medieval history of Canons Ashby with a guided visit to the church, and then to the recently restored medieval stew ponds: an area not accessible to the public without a guide.
Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.