• Rooftop Tour of Stowe House

    Stowe House Stowe House, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

    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.

    £15
  • The Gothic Library at Stowe: A Reappraisal

    Stowe House Stowe House, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

    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

    Free
  • Exclusive Behind the Scenes House Tour with Cream Tea

    Canons Ashby Canons Ashby House, Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    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

    £27
  • ‘From Chawton’: A Jane Austen performance by Beckis Cooper

    Lamport Hall Lamport, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    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

  • Stowe-Tots: Easter

    Stowe House Stowe House, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

    Step into the enchanting world of history with our specially crafted toddler session at Stowe House. Join us for a delightful adventure as we invite our littlest explorers to discover the wonders of the past in a playful and interactive setting. With carefully curated activities designed for tiny hands and curious minds, toddlers will embark on a journey through time. ... Read More

    £5
  • Makers Market and Food Festival

    Lamport Hall Lamport, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Extended to two days after the success of last year's inaugural event! Inspired by the incredible makers, artisans and designers across the county and surrounding areas, Lamport Hall will be hosting a Maker's Market and Food Festival on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, 10am-4pm. There will be over 80 handpicked and carefully curated stalls selling a wide array of products ... Read More

    £5
  • Makers Market and Food Festival

    Lamport Hall Lamport, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Extended to two days after the success of last year's inaugural event! Inspired by the incredible makers, artisans and designers across the county and surrounding areas, Lamport Hall will be hosting a Maker's Market and Food Festival on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, 10am-4pm. There will be over 80 handpicked and carefully curated stalls selling a wide array of products ... Read More

    £5
  • Twilight Tranquility

    Lamport Hall Lamport, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Enjoy a rare opportunity to soak up the atmosphere of the gardens in the golden hour with a drink in hand, followed by a grazing board supper at Lamport Hall! The gardens come alive with a magical golden glow, the birds are singing, the flowers give off a heady scent and then a feeling of calm descends over the Hall ... Read More

    £35
  • The ‘most honest hearted, real good men’: Sir John Vanbrugh and the Kit-Cat Club

    Stowe House Stowe House, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

    Ophelia Field, author of The Kit-Cat Club, and Vanbrugh biographer Rory Fraser discuss the Club’s under-appreciated centrality to Vanbrugh’s eclectic career and to British culture. This talk is one of a lecture series held monthly. Vanbrugh joined publisher Jacob Tonson’s Kit-Cat Club soon after The Relapse debuted on the London stage in late 1696, remained a member until the Club ... Read More

    Free
  • National Garden Scheme Open Day

    Lamport Hall Lamport, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    On Saturday 20th June, the gardens at Lamport Hall will be open 10am-4pm in order to raise money for charities including Macmillan and Parkinson's UK. 100% of the entry fee on the door will go towards the wonderful charities National Garden Scheme Northamptonshire support.   There will be 10 acres of formal gardens, a walled cutting garden and our woodland walk ... Read More