Talk&Walk: Seed Gathering Walk
2025-10-09 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Stanwick Lakes, NN9 6GY
Enjoy a guided autumn walk around the quieter areas of the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes. While we are walking, we will gather seeds as part of the Tree Councils Seed Gathering Season, and sharing tips on gowing native trees from seed.
More info: https://treecouncil.org.uk/seasonal-campaigns/seed-gathering-season/
Starting from 10:30am the talk and walk should last about 60-90 minutes.
What’s Included
Our Tea, Talk and Walk is £8.00 which includes the talk, the walk, parking for the duration and a hot drinks voucher to be redeemed in the café.
Our Soup, Tea, Talk and Walk is £14.00 which includes the talk, the walk, parking for the duration, a hot drinks voucher and a Soup and Bread Roll to be redeemed in the café.

Harvest Mouse Explorers!
2025-10-28 10:30 - 12:00
Grab your magnifying glass and join us for a fun-filled walk around the nature reserve this half term! Discover the secret world of the harvest mouse – the UK’s tiniest rodent – and learn how these little creatures live.
Become a Harvest Mouse Explorer this half term, as you search in the grasses for abandoned nests, spot signs of wildlife, and try out real survey skills used by scientists. You’ll even be helping the Mammal Society’s National Harvest Mouse Survey – so your adventure has a real purpose!
Perfect for curious kids and families who love the outdoors.
For more info: https://mammal.org.uk/current-research/national-harvest-mouse-survey
Starting from 10:30am the talk and walk should last about 60-90 minutes.
Normal parking charges apply. Under 4s free.

Talk&Walk: Harvest Mouse Survey
2025-11-06 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for a guided survey walk and help uncover the hidden world of the harvest mouse, the UK’s smallest rodent. As part of this national citizen science project, you’ll learn how to spot their tiny, woven nests and contribute valuable data to monitor their populations.
More info: https://mammal.org.uk/current-research/national-harvest-mouse-survey
Starting from 10:30am the talk and walk should last about 60-90 minutes.
What’s Included
Our Tea, Talk and Walk is £8.00 which includes the talk, the walk, parking for the duration and a hot drinks voucher to be redeemed in the café.
Our Soup, Tea, Talk and Walk is £14.00 which includes the talk, the walk, parking for the duration, a hot drinks voucher and a Soup and Bread Roll to be redeemed in the café.

Bird Watching For Beginners (Saturday)
2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00
Join local bird watcher Bob Webster for a morning stroll around the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes to spot the birds that spend winter in the Nene Valley. On the walk Bob will guide you through both wetland and woodland habitats, giving you tips to help you identify the birds that you find.
Binoculars and bird guides will be available to use on the walk.
Suitable for children 7.
Normal parking charges apply.

Philippa Forrester at Stanwick Lakes
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a special event with Philippa Forrester, as she reflects on her wildlife experiences and passion for nature. This promises to be an unmissable talk, with live Q&A, ideal for nature-lovers.

We’re delighted to announce that Philippa Forrester will be joining us for a very special event. Philippa brings her expertise as a wildlife presenter and conservationist to Stanwick Lakes for a compelling talk: ‘Why is Stanwick Lakes so important for wetland wildlife.’ Learn about the remarkable species and habitats that call our reserve home, and discover why protecting local wetlands matters globally.
This event takes place on Tuesday 24th March, from 6pm in our event marquee. After the talk, put your questions to Philippa in a live Q&A. There will also be an opportunity to purchase a copy of her latest book, Wild Woman, and have it personally signed.
This promises to be an inspiring talk, ideal for anyone with an interest in wildlife, conservation and rewilding. Early booking is recommended.
Usual parking charges apply.
Photo credit: Tina Price
Philippa’s Bio:
Philippa Forrester is a wildlife broadcaster and conservationist known for presenting programmes including Tomorrow’s World, and more recently BBC natural history programmes including Halcyon River Diaries and The Great British Wildlife Revival. She holds a First Class Honours degree in Ecology and Conservation and is the author of several books on nature and wildlife including On the Trail of Wolves and Wild Woman.
For more information, visit: Live: Philippa Forrester at Stanwick Lakes
