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.
Join us on Sunday 18th January for a classic afternoon tea accompanied by live, feel-good piano music from renowned pianist Lincoln Noel, with two sittings available—book early as spaces are limited.
Japanese Shibori Dye Workshop for Beginners. Shibori is a Japanese resist dyeing technique that uses hand sewing and indigo dye. Participants will create simple shapes on fabric using indigo dyes to resist the dye. This shibori workshop is designed to allow free-form creation rather than following traditional techniques. This workshop is ideal for beginners. Participants […]
Find out about the Iron Age and Roman history of Stanwick Lakes on this informative guided walk with Heritage Coordinator Nadia Norman.
Join us on Sunday 8th February for a classic afternoon tea accompanied by live, feel-good piano music from renowned pianist Lincoln Noel, with two sittings available—book early as spaces are limited.
A Blacksmithing Workshop designed for couples or pairs A unique, hands-on experience that combines heritage, creativity, and a touch of fire! In this special Valentine’s workshop, you and your partner will learn traditional blacksmithing skills and create your own individual heart-shaped keepsake from a recycled horseshoe, symbolising love, sustainability, and craftsmanship. You’ll even have the […]
Enjoy some fresh air this February half term and follow the Fantastic Feathers trail around the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes. Spot the birds, match them to their feathers and win a lovely wooden bird prize!
If you’ve ever fancied having a go at making something in glass but not sure if you want to commit to a longer, more expensive workshop why try a 2.5 hour taster workshop and make some hanging light catchers. During the session you will make up to 3 pieces. You will have access to a […]
Come along and join our Guide in the Hide, Lara Jones, SPA Engagement Officer, for chat about our feathered friends, and a helping hand to improve your bird ID skills.
Get fired up and step into the world of blacksmithing! This hands-on taster workshop is a thrilling introduction to the ancient art of forging, specially designed for young people. You’ll discover the basics of working with hot metal – heating, shaping, twisting, and scrolling – and experience the excitement of creating something from scratch in […]
Join the Ranger team for birdy themed forest fun. Connect with nature, listen to the birds, create natural birdy crafts and cook marshmallows on the campfire.
Join artist Louise Berrill to create a unique piece artwork of a beautiful bird. The workshop will combine drawing, painting and collage to produce a mixed media masterpiece.
Join us for our very first BIG BIRDY CRAFT CLUB at Stanwick Lakes on Wednesday 18th February. Create some brilliant birdy themed crafts in our sessions.