South Street LE65 1BR Ashby de la Zouch Castle | English HeritageAshby Castle forms the backdrop to the famous jousting scenes in Sir Walter Scott's classic novel of 1819, Ivanhoe. Now a ruin, the castle began as a manor house in the 12th century.History-making days out from £7.50 per adult The property began as a manor house in the 12th century and reached castle status in the 15th century. Come and find out about the castle’s colourful history with our lively audio tour. Hear how Edward IV’s https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ashby-de-la-zouch-castle/