Spend October half term exploring the Autumn Bat Trail at Canons Ashby in Northamptonshire

The National Trust Canon’s Ashby are running a seasonal family trail until the beginning of November. It is called the Autumn Bat Trail and it is at no extra cost. Visitors can just pick up the trail guide from the reception on their way in.

As the days grow chilly and we venture into the spooky season, this trail is perfect for families who want to have fun with their little ones whilst also allowing plenty of space for social distancing.

The Autumn Bat Trail runs in the parkland, an incident area of land with all the lumps and bumps left by people who used to live and farm there hundreds of years ago.

There is plenty of space to run around without bumping into other people. Dogs can even come along too so long as they are kept on a short leash because there are livestock in the area.

Whilst taking a leisurely walk, families can spot the bats along the trail and answer questions to become bat experts together.

Visitors can also have a look at the historic house, search for insects or birds, enjoy a light lunch from the tea-kiosk and explore the shop too.

The National Trust asks that visitors remember to wear a face-covering if they want to enter the enclosed areas and check the opening hours online before booking.

Visitors need to pre-book a ticket in advance so that Canons Ashby does not get too crowded and people can safely explore the trails. Staff are taking plenty of other precautions to keep everything as clean as possible.

Tickets are released every Friday morning and they can be booked on the National Trust Canons Ashby website.