Step beyond the usual visitor route and discover rooms rarely open to the public. This special tour takes you behind the scenes at Stowe House. Explore the extraordinary Gothic Library designed by Sir John Soane, experience the elegance of the Japan Room, and glimpse the eighteenth-century wall paintings our conservators have carefully revealed on the East Grand Staircase Landing – ... Read More
Take this unique opportunity to go on one of our popular rooftop tours! Enjoy the chance to climb the noble cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous Gardens; this truly is ‘the finest view in England’. These tours are unique and extremely popular so early booking is essential. Dates: 3, 6, ... Read More
Northamptonshire's premier antiques, vintage and collectors fair organised by Stag Head Events return for two weekends this year. Spanning two days and featuring over 80 stalls of antiques, collectables, furniture, vintage, jewellery, coins, retro, militaria, clocks, toys, vinyl, china, glass, radios, tools, posters and much more! Housed in the Edwardian stable block and with additional outside stalls, visitors will find ... Read More
In spring, something wonderful happens at Castle Ashby Gardens – the whole place comes alive with beautiful flowers in every colour. The sight is so beautiful that the Easter Bunny visits every year to wander the paths and smell the blooms. This year, he was so busy admiring the flowers that he accidentally dropped his eggs in six different places ... Read More
Holdenby’s Magic of Easter is the perfect family day out and has become one of the county’s favourite ways to celebrate the Easter holidays — and this year it’s even more magical. Children will love encountering the roaming magician around the grounds, wowing audiences with clever tricks, surprises, and plenty of laughs. Alice will be hiding eggs for little explorers to ... Read More
Northamptonshire's premier antiques, vintage and collectors fair organised by Stag Head Events return for two weekends this year. Spanning two days and featuring over 80 stalls of antiques, collectables, furniture, vintage, jewellery, coins, retro, militaria, clocks, toys, vinyl, china, glass, radios, tools, posters and much more! Housed in the Edwardian stable block and with additional outside stalls, visitors will find ... Read More
Take this unique opportunity to go on one of our popular rooftop tours! Enjoy the chance to climb the noble cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous Gardens; this truly is ‘the finest view in England’. These tours are unique and extremely popular so early booking is essential.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of piano mastery with internationally acclaimed pianist and conductor Janusz Piotrowicz. Renowned for his poetic interpretations and extraordinary virtuosity, Piotrowicz rose to prominence after winning the Nawrocki Prize for the most poetic interpreter at the 1975 Warsaw International Chopin Piano Competition. His early career saw remarkable débuts—including performing Rachmaninov’s Third Concerto at Windsor Castle—and ... Read More
Take this unique opportunity to go on one of our popular rooftop tours! Enjoy the chance to climb the noble cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous Gardens; this truly is ‘the finest view in England’. These tours are unique and extremely popular so early booking is essential.
George Clarke Prize winner, Dr Ralph St Clair Wade reconsiders the origins and significance of the Gothic Library at Stowe, one of the earliest interiors of the Gothic Revival. This talk is one of a lecture series held monthly. Join us as last year’s winner of the George Clarke Prize, Dr Ralph St Clair Wade, presents his latest research on ... Read More
Ever wondered what's behind the closed doors of Canons Ashby? Their House and Collections Officer and experienced House Guide will lead you around the historic mansion after they have closed to the public. They will tell you more about the conservation work they do, show you some secret hidden spaces, and show you some special items normally kept in their ... Read More
Jane Austen’s characters would like to spend an evening with you. From Chawton ... Jane Austen has a problem. She has relocated to Chawton to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside but her lively cast of characters are causing her a lot of bother. Come and join Mrs Elton, Elizabeth Bennet, Emma Woodhouse and many more as they ... Read More
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