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.
Discover the beauty of butterflies on this guided walk, where you'll learn the best places to look for butterflies at Stanwick Lakes and identify different species, while contributing to vital conservation efforts. More info: https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/about Starting from 10:30am the talk and walk should last about 60-90 minutes. What's Included Our Tea, Talk and Walk is […]
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 […]
Mindful Making: Beaker Pot Fun Get hands-on with heritage this summer! As part of the CBA Festival of Archaeology celebrations this year, come and join us for a fun and calming craft session where kids can make their very own Bronze Age beaker pot just like ancient people did thousands of years ago. Perfect for […]
Build a den at Stanwick Lakes this summer! 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, in […]
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 […]
Build a den at Stanwick Lakes this summer! 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, in […]
Winged Wonders Guided Walk Join expert Doug Goddard on Tuesday 12th August for our Winged Wonders Walk at Stanwick Lakes. Doug will lead you on a guided walk to spot and identify butterflies and dragonflies that live on the riverbanks, lakesides and meadows of the nature reserve. This walk is suitable for adults and children […]
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 […]
Build a den at Stanwick Lakes this summer! 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, in […]
Create your own beautiful dried flower crown using colourful, long-lasting blooms in this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop—perfect for summer days, festival vibes, and a bit of flower-powered fun.
Step into the forge and learn the basics of traditional blacksmithing as you create your own hand-forged bottle opener—perfect for summer BBQs and a brilliant introduction to this age-old craft.
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 […]