Get into the festive spirit
From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.
Christmas at Canons Ashby
For Christmas 2024 we invited you to experience a magical visit with festive decorations inspired by Arthurian wizards, knights and dragons. Little ones could explore like an Arthurian knight on the Christmas Quest trail and grown-ups were able to join in with an after-dark candlelit tours round the house and Christmas wreath making. Please check back later this year to see what exciting things we will have planned for Christmas 2025.
Christmas information for 2025 will be updated later in the year
Please note, the below information is for Christmas 2024. Up to date information will be added after summer 2025. We hope you enjoyed the festive season.
The festive decorations are drawn from the pages of Arthurian legend, which sparked the imaginations of Dryden family writers hundreds of years ago.
Complete your vist by enjoying some warming treats in the Coach House tea-room and take inspiration from the seasonal gifts and decorations in our gift shop with some festive shopping.
A Christmas Quest
28 November - 24 December, 11am-2.30pm. Normal asmission applies.
Experience a magical Christmas visit at Canons Ashby with festive decorations inspired by Arthurian wizards, knights, dragons and the wonderful myths that surround them. For little adventurers, pick up the Christmas Quest children’s trail, find all the ingredients on the list, and help Merlin complete his spell to make a magical Christmas.
Merlin's Magical Trail
28 November - 24 December, 10am - 3pm. Normal asmission applies and £4 per trail.
Join together this festive season to help Merlin find everything he needs for his winter spells!
Merlin's important winter spells are impossible without the correct ingredients... can you help him? Find all the clues outside, then, when you've finished, pick up a small magical token from the shop or visitor reception to take home!
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