Summer Hours: The carpark is locked at 7pm. The Visitor Centre closes at 5pm. Café is open until 3pm, or 4pm during weekends and the school holidays.//
Please note, the waterplay feature is closed Monday mornings for routine cleaning and maintenance.
Forcing yourself to shut down at 4.00pm is let's face it rarely an option. Planning, marking and meetings always seem to find a way to creep into the end of every day but as any teacher who has experienced burnout will tell you, finding a way to maintain some...
The time has come to say a fond farewell to Cathy Matthews, who has been our resident artist here at Stanwick Lakes for many years. Her warmth, creativity, and artistic talent have built a lasting legacy here. Keen for that to continue, Cathy has chosen our new...
To celebrate one year as part of the team here at Stanwick Lakes, we asked Ranger Isaac to write a blog, reflection on his time with us so far…
Isaac joined our team as part of the Groundwork UK initiative, New to Nature. New to Nature, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, helps young people get into green careers, especially those who might otherwise have found it difficult to access the conservation sector.
Nestled in the heart of the Nene Valley, Stanwick Lakes offers a wide-ranging learning programme that aims to educate, involve, and inspire young people in both nature and heritage! As an important part of the Nene Valley Special Protection Area (SPA), a designated...
A Family Day Out: Pottery Painting at Stanwick Lakes The 7 Steps to Painting Pottery at Stanwick Lakes Looking for a fantastic family day out that blends creativity, relaxation, and nature? We have introduced pottery painting at the Visitor Centre So if you’re looking...