Discover
NATURE
What wildlife
to see in Summer
Heritage
Learning from the past,
building for the future
Adventure
Where the adventure
lasts all day
Whatever your area of interest, Stanwick Lakes offers nature, hertiage and adventure activities for all the family. This page will help you plan your day.
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As wetland habitat, Stanwick Lakes is a designated SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and provides a home and migratory destination for several key species of waterfowl such as Gadwall (a type of duck) and songbirds such as the Cetti Warbler.
You are able to observe mammals here too, such as otters, squirrels and muntjac deer. There is also the evidence of more inconspicuous animals and insects, which is recorded by regular habitat surveys.
The discovery of several significant finds from important periods in history, the Stanwick Lakes heritage team work to explore the area’s past and bring it to life with events and demonstrations.
With the support of Heritage Lottery.
To create adventure that lasts all day,
Stanwick Lakes offers outdoor play.
You can create your own adventure with a walking route, by following our adventure trail, or even on two wheels!
A TASTER FROM THE BLOG…
Top 3 Outdoor Team Challenges for Summer
Summer is an ideal time for corporate team-building days. Longer days, warmer weather, big skies and open spaces create the perfect environment for teams to step away from the office and reconnect. Outdoor team challenges are more than just fun activities—they help...
Sunshine and Shovels: From Iron to Empire – Project Update
There’s been a real sense of sunshine and shovels across the site over the last few weeks – helped along nicely by some glorious weather and the return of that warm glowing orb in the sky! It’s brought volunteers out in force, and what a difference a few weeks have...
Nick Wilson’s 50at50 and Stanwick Lakes
We're thrilled to welcome Nick Wilson and the 50at50 Campaign to Stanwick Lakes We are absolutely delighted to share some truly exciting news here at Stanwick Lakes. Disabled war veteran, wheeled adventurer, and accessibility campaigner Nick Wilson has chosen us as...
Benefits of How Corporate Teams Support Our Charity Work
Corporate partnerships play a vital role in supporting charitable organisations, community projects and environmental conservation. At Stanwick Lakes, corporate teams can get involved and help us protect nature, support local communities and enhance wellbeing through...
Seasonal updates for Stanwick Lakes
A new season, a few small changes... The clocks have changed and lighter evenings are returning. It’s a lovely time of year on the nature reserve – longer days, more time to explore, and plenty changing in the landscape as the seasons shift. Alongside that, we’re...
Dig in: From Iron to Empire – 6 months in!
We're now six months into our heritage project, and what a start it's been! While the winter months were mostly about preparation and planning, the past couple of months have really flown by, and the work is well and truly underway - all thanks to the dedication,...
Keeping Wildlife Safe: Dog Incident – Ranger Report.
Recently, the Ranger team received a report from a member of the public that a badly injured deer had been spotted on one of the paths here at Stanwick Lakes. The Rangers headed out straight away to assist. The deer was found to have been attacked by two off-lead dogs...
Guest Post: More Than Mushrooms: The Vital Role of Fungi at Stanwick Lakes, by Tom Haddon
The Unsung Heroes of Stanwick Lakes: The Hidden World of Fungi This is a guest blog written by Tom Heddon, a student at the University of Northampton, who has been surveying areas at Stanwick Lakes as part of his dissertation research. We're delighted to share his...
Important March Closure Dates – Visitor Centre and Café
Visitor Centre and Café closures March is a busy month at Stanwick Lakes, and while there is plenty happening across the site, we want to share a clear update about two temporary closures at the Visitor Centre and main café. Visitor Centre and Café - Closed on:...
Why Nature Can Boost Workplace Creativity and Improve Wellbeing
Modern workplaces are designed for productivity, but creativity or wellbeing may not always be the first consideration. Open-plan offices, constant notifications and back-to-back meetings can leave employees mentally overloaded and creatively drained. Increasingly,...