HOURS: We are currently operating SUMMER opening times and our carpark is locked at 7pm.
WATERPLAY: Open everyday, except short closure on Monday mornings for cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Due to adverse temperatures this week, NO BBQs.
For 2026, we are pleased to offer weekly open water swimming sessions, taking place every Friday evening throughout the summer season, from Friday 15th May to Friday 28th August. This is our most regular programme to date, giving swimmers the opportunity to build a consistent routine and enjoy the benefits of swimming in a unique […]
This critically endangered heritage craft is being kept alive at Stanwick Lakes — and you can be a part of it! Learn the skills of tin-smithing from one of the last tinsmiths in the country.
Join our rangers for a pond dipping session this summer! Using nets, trays and magnifying glasses and guided by one of our rangers, come and discover the creatures that live in the ponds at Stanwick Lakes! After a safety briefing and an introduction to the creatures we’re likely to find, we’ll head to the pond […]
Book a Thursday summer pond dipping session! Using nets, trays and magnifying glasses and guided by one of our rangers, come and discover the creatures that live in the ponds at Stanwick Lakes!
Join expert Doug Goddard for a guided stroll around the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes. Come along to discover and identify the butterflies and dragonflies that call Stanwick Lakes home. You’ll explore meadows, lakesides and riverbanks, spotting winged insects and discovering what makes each species unique. This walk is suitable for adults and children aged […]
Spend a creative day at Stanwick Lakes learning traditional willow weaving techniques. Learn core basketry skills while creating an impressive large willow flower.
In this introductory workshop you will learn the traditional craft of corn dolly making.
Join us for our summer Craft club – and this time the theme is badgers and their woodland friends. On Wednesday 12th August, prebook onto one of our 2 crafting sessions, at which you’ll have the choice to create lots of brilliant badger themed crafts, including: - A woodland diorama, featuring your favourite woodland animals, […]
Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making workshop and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin. A wonderful activity for parents and children aged 10+ to enjoy together.
Celebrate with Disabled Adventurer at Stanwick Lakes Meet Disabled Adventurer, hear him talk & watch his award-winning film for FREE, as a 50th Birthday gift & thanks to Northants On Friday 14th August, I'll be completing the Greenways trail across north Northamptonshire - and when I roll back in, you're invited to welcome me home. […]
Come and spend an afternoon in the company of the Laugh Out Loud Theater Company at our lakeside amphitheater! "Once Upon A Fairy Tale" is a 45 minute pantomime-style theatre show suitable for all the family. Bring a picnic, soak in the beautiful surroundings and enjoy professional theatre on your doorstep.
Join us for one of our summer workshops and create your very own tote bag. You will use ready cut stamps and lino blocks to print and create your own design. Supported by artist and printmaker Lizzie Ault, who will be providing her own hand cut blocks for you to use.