Bat Walk
Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers.
- Booking essential
Learn about these fascinating residents of Canons Ashby on an evening walk with our bat experts and volunteers. Enjoy a talk and guided walk around Canons Ashby's grounds on a search for our favourite flying mammals. See what different species you can find and learn more about their habits and habitats with our guests from the Oxfordshire Bat Group.
Pre-booking essential £13 Adults £10 children
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £13.00 |
| Child | £10.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
Families are welcome
- Meeting point
Park in the normal visitor car park and follow directions
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather whatever it brings, and wear sensible shoes for walking on uneven countryside ground
- Accessibility
This is a walking visit which goes up and down slopes and over uneven surfaces.
- Other
This is not suitable for dogs other than assistance dogs.
Upcoming events
Flutterby butterfly trail
As the weather warms up, delight in Canons Ashby’s ‘Flutterby Butterfly’ summer trail, running from late May until early September.
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 20 spaces on this walk to sign up on the day.
Purcell and a Picnic, with Eboracum Baroque
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.
Guided countryside walks
On the fourth 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 guides.