Summer hours are now in effect! (from March 23rd). Please note that the car park is open until 7pm. The Visitor centre still closes at 5pm.
Please note the water play area is closed on Monday mornings for routine cleaning and maintenance.
Help us to check the nest boxes on the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes and meet some baby birds! Every spring, Stanwick Lakes conducts nest box monitoring as part of our contribution to the British Trust for Ornithology’s (BTO) national bird population survey. Led by experienced nest recorders, trained by the British Trust for Ornithology […]
The talk Home Guard in Northamptonshire An overview This talk will examine how the Home Guard of the Second World War became such an affectionate part of the British national memory, with special reference to the history of the organisation in Northamptonshire. The speaker A knowledgeable speaker, Roger delivers his talk with insight and enthusiasm.
Our popular Open Water Swimming sessions are returning from 23rd May 2025, and running to the end of September.
Join our rangers for a pond dipping session this half term! 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 […]
Build a den at Stanwick Lakes this half term! A Ranger will lead your group to our den building area and introduce you to the tools and materials available, and we’ll discuss the main properties a shelter should have if it were to be needed in a survival situation! You’ll then be set a challenge, […]
Join the Ranger team in the Visitor Centre to hear about the work they have completed throughout the winter conservation season, their wildlife highlights so far, and their plans for the upcoming months. The talk will be followed by an optional wildlife-spotting walk around some of the key locations on site where conservation work is […]
Come along and join us for our 2nd run of the year here at Stanwick Lakes! You have a choice of running 5k, 10k or even pushing yourself to complete a half-marathon in the beautiful scenery of our lakes. Register now: https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/stanwick-lakes-run-series/ It’s a lovely way to promote fitness for physical and mental health as […]
The talk ‘The Peacemaker’ as told by Lynette Hill An overview The Peacemaker - A prophet on a divine mission to create an alliance between warring nations faces his greatest challenge in the monstrous swamp-dwelling, snake-haired magician known as the Tadedaho. How does a man of peace deal with such a creature? The story of […]
Watercolour Painting Workshop Description: Each 2.5 hour session will have a different subject and emphasis. Exploring practical skills from surface preparation to application of paint, tools and use of mediums. We will be exploring a range of techniques to create washes, layers, textures and fine details, looking at different subjects for inspiration each month. You […]
In this five-hour workshop you will make a unique glass piece to fit into a copper frame for your garden. The overall display including the frame measures approximately 10cm x 34cm. You will learn how to cut glass and will have access to a wide range of transparent glass on a clear or opaque white background to make […]
Everyone is welcome but it will be best suited to learners aged 5–11 or those accessing the Key Stages 1 & 2 curriculum. It will offer home education families the chance to take part in three timed sessions, designed around our values of nature, heritage and adventure. As well as more informal, drop-in learning activities. The timed sessions on the day will include Pond Dipping, our new Dig Detectives session and Den Building! We can’t wait to see you there.
Join us for our Summer Craft Fair, with local artisans lining the paths to show off their talents and wares. There will also be a day of family fun here at Stanwick Lakes! This event promises a fantastic range of activities and entertainment for all ages! Enjoy live entertainment, activities for all the family and […]