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

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

Happy 46th Wedding Anniversary to one of our lovely regulars Chris and Elaine who are celebrating their day here. Have a...
20/06/2026

Happy 46th Wedding Anniversary to one of our lovely regulars Chris and Elaine who are celebrating their day here. Have a lovely day both 🥳💚🫶

We have a range of events coming up. Here are just a few:Friday 17 July - Dowland's AdieuJoin Ayres and Graces for an ev...
18/06/2026

We have a range of events coming up. Here are just a few:

Friday 17 July - Dowland's Adieu
Join Ayres and Graces for an evening of music celebrating the works of one of England’s most influential composers and lutenists in the 400th anniversary year of his death
£8 per person, pre-booking essential.

Sunday 19 July - Tudor and Stuart Big Houses in Leicestershire
Join archaeologist Peter Liddle to hear about the 16th and 17th century great houses in Leicestershire through contemporary images and archaeological survey and excavation.
£6 per person, pre-booking essential.

Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August - Colonel Robert Overton’s Regiment of Foote – Living History Weekend
Travel back in time to the English Civil Wars and bring the past to life with this unmissable Living History weekend.
£3 per person. Normal Admission Applies. Under 3s Free.

Sunday 16 August - The Three Musketeers – Outdoor Theatre
With a reputation for staging some of the finest swordplay in the business Illyria’s The Three Musketeers promises to be more dazzling than ever!
Multiple tickets available, see website

For more information and to book tickets, visit our website

Dowland's AdieuJoin Ayres and Graces on Friday 17 July for an evening of music celebrating the works of one of England’s...
16/06/2026

Dowland's Adieu

Join Ayres and Graces on Friday 17 July for an evening of music celebrating the works of one of England’s most influential composers and lutenists, John Dowland, in the 400th anniversary year of his death

£8 per person, book your tickets on our website.

✨Carers Passport Offer!✨Carers with this passport get free entry ticket valid for 12 months plus on their first visit t...
08/06/2026

✨Carers Passport Offer!✨

Carers with this passport get free entry ticket valid for 12 months plus on their first visit they can get a free hot drink, cake, sandwich or soup & roll.
to thanks to our local deserving carers.

Offer runs between the 11th June until 27th September.

Opening times are between 10:30am until 4:30pm Thursday to Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays.

This is an ID card for carers who are caring for a loved one aged 18+.
This will be recognised across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
It will aid easy recognition of carers in a variety of settings and enable access to services and support.

It’s available as a wallet sized card, downloadable onto your smartphone or with a lanyard if you would prefer.
Please see details for this below.

www.supportforcarers.org

Or call 0158 468543 and quote
FREEPASS 1620

We look forward to welcoming you back to the 1620s House & Garden 💚

Upcoming outdoor theatreWe have two fantastic outdoor theatre performances coming up this year!PinocchioFriday 31 July, ...
07/06/2026

Upcoming outdoor theatre

We have two fantastic outdoor theatre performances coming up this year!

Pinocchio
Friday 31 July, 6pm to 8pm
Illyria celebrates this magical coming-of-age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show.
Tickets start at £12, please see our website for prices

The Three Musketeers
Sunday 16 August, 7pm to 9:30pm
With a reputation for staging some of the finest swordplay in the business Illyria’s The Three Musketeers promises to be more dazzling than ever!
Tickets start at £12, please see our website for prices

🌍World Environment Day 🌍Today is the perfect reminder that every small choice matters. Whether its reducing single use ...
05/06/2026

🌍World Environment Day 🌍

Today is the perfect reminder that every small choice matters. Whether its reducing single use plastics, planting trees or conserving energy, we all have a role to play in protecting our beautiful planet.

Lets commit to building a greener, healthier future for the next generations 💚

🌟Volunteers' Week!🌟Our publicity volunteer Gerald walks miles each week delivering publicity materials about our site to...
05/06/2026

🌟Volunteers' Week!🌟

Our publicity volunteer Gerald walks miles each week delivering publicity materials about our site to local residents and venues. If you live locally and have heard about our events from a leaflet through your letterbox it is down to Gerald.

Thank you Gerald, you are a star👏


https://1620shouse.org.uk/

On Sunday 14 June from 5pm - 8pm Baroness Bolsover presents a bespoke Afternoon Tea experience as she demonstrates the D...
04/06/2026

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.

🌟Volunteers' Week!🌟Our Volunteer House Guides are on hand on any open day to bring the stories of the house and its past...
04/06/2026

🌟Volunteers' Week!🌟

Our Volunteer House Guides are on hand on any open day to bring the stories of the house and its past inhabitants to life. They are a friendly bunch and will always be happy to chat to you if you have any questions or why not ask them to give you a tour. We are lucky to have volunteers who are so passionate about the history of the house and knowledgeable about how people lived in the 1620s.

Thank you House Guides for always giving such a warm welcome to the visitors 👌


https://1620shouse.org.uk/

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

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