Mixed Media Art Course
Combine layered water-based media with drawing tools to create unique and detailed mixed media paintings. You’ll explore various techniques to add depth and texture to your work.
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 continued dry conditions, NO BBQs.
Combine layered water-based media with drawing tools to create unique and detailed mixed media paintings. You’ll explore various techniques to add depth and texture to your work.
Join us for an inspiring watercolor painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush!
In these 2.5 hour oil painting sessions learn and practice techniques from canvas prep to paint application — perfect for beginners or artists wanting to refine their skills.
Come along for these creative acrylic painting class where you can explore the techniques of this lovely medium!
These 2.5-hour pottery sessions, led by skilled artist Louise Berrill, are designed to accommodate all levels, from beginners to those with more experience.
Get ready for some spooky family fun this half term and create your own Willow frame Lantern! Perfect for families: bring along your little ones for a magical Halloween hands-on activity.
Join us for one of our autumn workshops and create your very own design onto a tote bag. Using 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.
This event is designed for young people aged 18-30 in partnership with the Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group. Join the team at Stanwick Lakes to take part in monitoring the harvest mouse population on the nature reserve as part of the national Harvest Mouse survey. Learn how to identify suitable habitat, search for harvest mouse […]
Understanding Roman Northamptonshire A heritage talk by Dr Michael J Curtis Northamptonshire occupies a central position within the landscape of Roman Britain, yet its remarkable archaeological heritage is often overshadowed by more familiar Roman sites elsewhere in the country. This talk explores how the county was transformed following the Roman conquest, revealing a landscape of […]
We’re delighted to welcome back Nick Penny, writer, musician, and lover of the natural world. Nick has delivered his popular talks and musical performances for us before, and this time he returns to Stanwick Lakes for another special evening of live music and chat. We’re delighted to welcome back Nick Penny, writer, musician, and lover […]
As part of our festive season, acoustic trio Threaded return to Stanwick Lakes for a relaxed night of original music with a hint of the season in the warm glow of the café on a winter’s evening.
Did you know, we have nearly 40 nest boxes at Stanwick Lakes, providing vital nesting spaces for birds? This gives us the chance to monitor the bird population on the reserve and contribute data to national bird recording schemes. On Saturday 14th November at 1.30pm, we will be hosting a talk on by local ornithologist […]