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Home > Heritage > Don’t trail behind this Easter, hunt down some fun at Ashby De La Zouch Castle

Don’t trail behind this Easter, hunt down some fun at Ashby De La Zouch Castle

By Caroline King - March 31, 2012Posted in : Heritage

When: 1st – 15th April 2012 (bank holiday), 11am – 4pm

Where: Ashby De La Zouch Castle, Leicestershire

£: Free

What is it?

Can you crack the clues to complete this ‘egg-citing’ trail at Ashby De La Zouch Castle?  Find the missing eggs around the grounds to be rewarded with a yummy Easter prize.

Ashby De La Zouch Castle began life in the 12th century as a manor house, it reached castle status in the 15th century.  Today the public can visit and learn about the history of the castle and climb the tower to enjoy the surrounding views.

More info: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tagged With: Ashby de la Zouch Castle, East Midlands, Easter, Easter events, English Heritage, Family events, Free events, Leicestershire events

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