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Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 10:30am - 4:30pm Sunday 10:30am - 4:30pm

1620s House & Garden at Donington le Heath, Leicestershire, UK

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This rare and beautiful house is a surviving example of a family home built in the 13th century.
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Based in a Medieval Manor site dating back to 1280, The 1620s House and Garden has a fascinating history and was owned by one of the Gunpowder Plotters! The 1620s House at Donington le Heath is a surviving example of a family home built around seven hundred years ago and modernised with new windows, roof and fireplaces in 1618. The site is currently being refurbished as a fully furnished family ho

me from the 1620s. Surrounding the House, are period gardens and woodland planted as part of the development of the National Forest. The gardens, re-created in a 17th century style, include flower and herb gardens, an ornamental maze and an orchard. The Old Barn Team Room will be open from 11.00 am – 4.00 pm during site open season, serving home baked cakes, soup and sandwiches and a range of hot and cold drinks. Look out for our programme of great family events, which cover a wide range of subjects over the year

03/09/2026

The 1620s House and Garden invites you to attend our Hello Heritage Open Day on Saturday 19 September, 10:30am to 4:30pm, running as part of a wider, Northwest Leicestershire campaign. Discover this Heritage gem located in the heart of Leicestershire.

This is a perfect opportunity to uncover all that the 1620s House and Garden has to offer.

*FREE ENTRY*

For more information on what you can see and do, visit our website,

01/09/2026

We've been nominated for Leicestershire's Best Day Out 2026!

If you love visiting us, please cast your vote at GoLeicestershire.com/awards.

Thank you for your continuous support.

29/08/2026

🌟Don't forget.... We are open this Bank Holiday Monday!🌟

Bring along your family & friends.
We have lots of fun for the kids, with our popular trails & hunts.

If you are looking to relax, then why not visit our Tea room and enjoy a nice slice of homemade cake. 🍰☕

Take a tour around our historic 1620s House, our knowledgeable guides will bring the house to life!

Visit our website on the link below for Admission prices and opening times👇
https://1620shouse.org.uk/

We look forward to welcoming you 💚

26/08/2026

International Dog Day
Wednesday 26th August

Lets honour all dogs. 🐕

Promote Rescue and Adoption.

Recognise Working Dogs - Appreciate police, guide and service dogs helping people daily.

Promote Welfare - Canine Care and responsible pet ownership.

Celebrate today!

Treat your dog to an extra long walk or a special healthy treat, not forgetting a huge cuddle.

Donate food, blankets or money to a local rescue shelter or Volunteer to support UK based charities like Dogs Trust or RSPCA.

Share Photos - Post pictures of your furry friends in our comments, we would love to see them all! I am sure that we have met quite a few of you on site already!

Don't miss out on visiting our little hidden gem. We are dog friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along. Its a pity that we do not open on Wednesdays, but we are open Thursdays to Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays!

Please note that only assistance dogs are allowed in the main house.

We look forward to meeting you!

For all of our opening times please use the link below:

https://1620shouse.org.uk/visit/tickets-and-pricing/opening-times/

16/08/2026

Tonight's the night!

All for One – and One for All! Tonight, Sunday 16 August, 7pm to 9:30pm join us for a thrilling outdoor performance of the Three Musketeers! With a reputation for staging some of the finest swordplay in the business Illyria’s performance promises to be more dazzling than ever!

Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure to retrieve the Queen’s jewels, race the clock to restore Her Majesty’s honour, survive the machinations of scheming Cardinal Richelieu, and cross swords with the deadly Milady de Winter. Set against a sweeping panorama of 17th century France at war, it’s a whirlwind of excitement, comedy and ingenious storytelling. Romance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge…! It’s got the lot!

Tickets from £10.50, visit our website for more details and to book!

13/08/2026

All for One – and One for All! On Sunday 16 August, 7pm to 9:30pm join us for a thrilling outdoor performance of the Three Musketeers! With a reputation for staging some of the finest swordplay in the business Illyria’s performance promises to be more dazzling than ever!

Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure to retrieve the Queen’s jewels, race the clock to restore Her Majesty’s honour, survive the machinations of scheming Cardinal Richelieu, and cross swords with the deadly Milady de Winter. Set against a sweeping panorama of 17th century France at war, it’s a whirlwind of excitement, comedy and ingenious storytelling. Romance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge…! It’s got the lot!

Tickets from £10.50, visit our website for more details and to book!

07/08/2026

Don't miss out on our fantastic living history event, this weekend only!

Colonel Robert Overton’s Regiment of Foote are a 17th Century re-enactment group representing an Infantry Regiment at the time of the English Civil Wars.

They will be garrisoned at the 1620s House this weekend, 8 and 9 August, 10:30am to 4:30pm.

You can witness exciting military demonstrations (including musket fire!) and you can meet members of the company including the Commanding Officer, laundress, blacksmith and cooks to discover what life was like during the Civil Wars. You can even test your aim with the kiddie cannon!

Travel back in time to a fascinating period of British history and bring the past to life with this unmissable Living History weekend.

£3 per person plus normal admission. Under 3s Free.

06/08/2026

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Missing the swashbuckling fun already? Visit our sister site, Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, on Saturday 8 August from 3:30pm for an outdoor performance of Treasure Island! Multiple tickets available, check their website for details.

Address

Manor Road
Coalville
LE672FW

Opening Hours

Thursday	10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	10:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	10:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday	10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441455290429

Website

http://1620shouse.org.uk/

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