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

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

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

29/05/2026

It will soon be time for the blossoming of our 17th Century Roses.

Our roses bloom only once a year, so try not to miss them!

Their fragrant perfumes are such a wonderful experience to have, here in the 1620s Garden.

In the 17th century, roses were highly prized throughout England for their ornamental beauty, culinary uses (rosehip wine, jams), and medicinal properties (perfumes, potpourri).

To experience these roses in an authentic, historically accurate setting, please visit the 1620s House & Garden website for information, admission prices and opening times, on the link below.

https://1620shouse.org.uk/

We look forward to welcoming you all soon!

With best wishes from the 1620s House & Garden Team. 💚

28/05/2026

Join artist Kate Dawes on Tuesday 2 June, 10am to 1pm as you learn different pen drawing techniques and ‘dry’ watercolour painting to create your own botanical artwork using flowers and foliage from our 17th Century gardens as inspiration.

This relaxed pen and watercolour workshop is suitable for all abilities from beginners to the more experienced artist.

You will create an A4 botanical artwork using flowers and foliage as inspiration.

£47.50 per person, all materials included.

Pre-booking is Essential.

23/05/2026

Bank Holiday Monday is here again!

Why not come along and visit our little hidden gem!
We have plenty to keep the kids happy.

Free trail details below...

"Where's Owl? " 12 beautiful birds with clues to locate around site, finally leading you to Owl.
"Insect Trail" - 7 x Ladybirds, 4 Bees and 9 Butterflies... Can you find them all?
"Plant Hunters Wanted Quiz" - For ages 9+ and adults.

Perfect Picnic Hunt - £3 Per Child (with a prize!)

Its also its day 2 of our “Life in the Medieval Manor 1265 Event” running from Sunday 24th May - Bank Holiday Monday 25th May -.Admission Ticket plus £3 per person uplift.

Visit our website on the link below for admission ticket prices & opening times.

https://1620shouse.org.uk/

See you on Monday!!

The 1620s House & Garden Team 💚

21/05/2026

Experience life in medieval England as we bring the 1620s House and Garden back into the 1260s!

On Sunday 24 May and Monday 25 May, 10:30am to 4:30pm, members of Circa 1265 will demonstrate how knights and soldiers were armed, present fighting demonstrations, and invite you to join the manorial household as we explore how many people were needed to run a manor house.

Explore displays of household crafts and have plenty of hands-on fun!

£3 per person. Normal Admission Applies. Under 3s Free.

20/05/2026

🐝Its World bee day🐝

Bees are one of the most important insects on Earth, acting as the primary pollinators for thousands of plant species.
There are over 20,000 known species of bees worldwide. Bees pollinate approximately one-third of the food that we eat daily. However, bee populations are currently facing a phenomenon called Colony collapse disorder, which is due to several factors such as habitat loss, climate change and pesticides. You can support the bee habitats by planting wildflowers and providing a shallow water source for them to drink from.💚🐝

19/05/2026

Half term at the 1620s House and Garden

We have a range of events to entertain the whole family this half term!

🧺Perfect Picnic Hunt, Saturday 23 May to Sunday 31 May (Thursdays to Sundays only), £2 per sheet (plus normal admission)
👑Life in the Medieval Manor, Sunday 24 - Monday 25 May, £3 per person (plus normal admission)
🐻Teddy Bear's Picnic, Tuesday 26 May, £7 per child. Pre-booking essential

For more information or to book tickets, visit our website

18/05/2026

Ever year on May 18th, International Museum Day provides an opportunity for museum professionals to alert the general public about the importance of museums and the challenges they face.

Museums help to preserve the worlds culture and history, they also help us to understand our heritage and provide us with an all-important link to the past.

Can you help support our museums?

Please see below, links to our 5 local museum websites, where you can check their opening times.

1620s House & Garden 1620shouse.org.uk
Bosworth Battlefield bosworthbattlefield.org.uk
Melton Carnegie meltonmuseum.org.uk
Market Harborough harboroughmuseum.org.uk
Charnwood Museum charnwoodmuseum.co.co.uk

Thank You! 💚

14/05/2026

Join us tomorrow, Friday 15 May from 7pm to 9pm as Ayres and Graces present a delightful evening of music, songs and readings from or inspired by the works of Shakespeare. To attend or not to attend, that is the question!

£8 per person. Pre-booking is Essential. Visit our website to book your tickets.

12/05/2026

On Sunday 14 June from 5pm - 8pm Baroness Bolsover presents a bespoke Afternoon Tea experience as she demonstrates the DO’S and DON’TS of Afternoon Tea Etiquette.

Take a step back in time as her Ladyship recollects her Afternoon Tea experiences in the reign of her beloved Queen Victoria and discover the answer to some of life’s most difficult dilemmas, Milk or Tea first? A truly interactive presentation after which Afternoon Tea will never be the same again!

Learn how to become the Crème de la Crème of the Tea Party, create your own special tea blend and witness the Baroness’s never before seen Tea Gown.

Then practice your new found skills while you enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of our historic Barn from 6pm.

£35 per person. Pre-booking is Essential. Visit our website to book your space.

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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