Canons Ashby House
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Overview
Canons Ashby was first built by the Dryden family during the Elizabethan period, using stone from the Augustinian priory which previously occupied the site. The private church is all that remains of the priory. The interior is welcoming and atmospheric, with Jacobean wall paintings, plasterwork and tapestries. The house was updated in the 18th century, with the south facing rooms remodelled again in the 19th century, when Sir Henry Dryden 'The Antiquarian' recorded much of the history of the estate and the surrounding area. The gardens are based on the original 19th century designs, full elegant lines and full of colour and life in the warmer months.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open 10 Feb-Dec, daily. Closed 22-26 Dec. Opening hours and house openings change seasonally. Please check website before travelling
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Children
About the area
Northamptonshire is a mainly rural county of gentle beauty, with farmland, forest and great country estates. Rivers, canals and meadows are all part of the tranquil scene, providing a haven for wildlife.
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