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Guided visits to Priory Church and medieval Stew Ponds

Name: Guided visits to Priory Church and medieval Stew Ponds
Start: 2026-06-04T15:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-06-04T15:45:00+01:00
Location: The Stables Tea Rooms

When

Thursday, 4 June 2026, 15:00 – 15:45

The Stables Tea Rooms

Banbury Road, Daventry, NN11 3SD

Time

15:00 – 15:45

Price guide

Not listed — worth a quick ask

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Find out more about the medieval history of Canons Ashby with a guided visit of the church and restored medieval stew ponds: an area not accessible to the public without a guide. There are 30 spaces on this walk to sign up on the day. An exclusive chance to see this beautiful area. This visit will only go ahead in good weather due to ground conditions on the route. total walk from the church is less than 1 mile/1.5km, but this may be muddy, boggy and uneven. Please wear sturdy footwear. You can sign up on the day for this event - please sign up at visitor reception on arrival. The spaces are first come, first served. This is not suitable for children under 8 years old. This is not suitable for dogs other than assistance dogs. This event is not going ahead on Thursday 28 May during half term. Normal admission prices apply.

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