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SUMMARY:Solstice Night Swim
DESCRIPTION:Solstice Night Swim\nJoin us for a magical night time swim to celebrate Summer Solstice at Stanwick Lakes! \nBring your head torch and fairy lights for a Stanwick Swim like no other! With extra lifeguards on land\, on-water safety support\, and a gently lit swim route\, you can be sure that your safety is our top priority as you relax under the stars! \nYour swim ticket includes: \n\nUnprecedented night-time access to our beautiful Solstice Lake\nA comprehensive safety briefing and support from our Swim Director\nA full hour swim\nFull safety support from our qualified lifeguards\, land-based safety team AND on-water safety team!\nA military grade glow stick to wear so that you are visible to the safety team in the water\nA hot drink to warm up after your swim!\nA campfire snack to enjoy!\nParking for the evening\n\nYou must bring a Tow float (we do have floats available to hire)\, swimwear and warm clothing for after the event. If you are able to bring extra lighting please do\, we love to sparkle! \nPlease let our Swim Director know if you have not swam in open water before. \nPlease note we have a strict alcohol consumption policy\, details can be found on the booking ticket. 
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/solstice-night-swim/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellbeing,Open Water Swimming
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice at Stanwick Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 20th June 2026 for a full day and evening celebration of the Summer Solstice at Stanwick Lakes\, running from midday through to midnight. Across the day you can explore living history\, hands-on heritage activities and creative workshops\, before moving into evening experiences that continue the celebration into the night. From Roman and Viking camps to craft activities\, sunset workshops and a night swim under the stars\, the event brings together the longest day of the year in one place. \n\n\nDaytime Festival (12pm–8pm) – Free EntryLiving history and heritage activities across the site\, including Roman and Viking camps\, ancient traditions with Northampton Pagans\, heritage craft demonstrations (weaving\, dyeing and woodworking)\, and family-friendly seasonal activities inspired by midsummer traditions. \nCraft activities include: \n\nCorn Dollies – drop-in\nEmbossing workshop – ticketed\nChildren’s Solstice activities – drop-in\n\n\n\nSolstice Lates (8pm–10pm) – TicketedSmall\, relaxed evening workshops with a welcome drink and your choice of creative session: \n\nCorn dollies: Mordiford Heart\nLino fabric printing with Lizzie Ault\nPaint & Sip watercolours with Louise Berril\n\n\n\nSolstice Night Swim (10:30pm–midnight) – TicketedA guided after-dark swim experience on the lake with a calm\, atmospheric setting beneath the midsummer sky and added safety support.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/summer-solstice-at-stanwick-lakes/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Nature Engagement,Occasions,Open Water Swimming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stanwick Lakes":MAILTO:info@rftrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T130000
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea & Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Tea with the ArtsBarn G&S Choir – Singing Songs from the Shows \nA lovely way to spend a summer afternoon – enjoy afternoon tea in our lakeside café while The ArtsBarn G&S Choir perform an hour of live musical theatre\, including much-loved Gilbert & Sullivan numbers. Whether you’re a long-time G&S fan or just fancy something a little different\, it’s a relaxed and enjoyable afternoon for music lovers\, families\, and groups of friends. \nYour afternoon tea includes finger sandwiches (cheddar cheese\, ham\, and egg mayo)\, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam\, a savoury selection\, and a mix of mini cakes and sweet treats. \nTwo sittings: 1:00pm–2:30pm or 3:00pm–4:30pm \nTickets from £24.95 (Adult)\, £31.95 (Sparkling)\, £15.95 (Children – must be booked alongside an adult ticket). Spaces are limited to 20 per sitting.\nDietary requirements can be catered for – please advise when booking. Booking closes 48 hours before the event. \nThe ArtsBarn G&S Choir has been entertaining Wellingborough and the surrounding areas since 1987. Recommended for ages 8+. Usual parking charges apply. \nTickets coming soon.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/afternoon-tea-live-music/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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SUMMARY:From Iron to Empire: Heritage Build Weekends
DESCRIPTION:Watch our volunteers and experts as they undertake ambitious heritage build projects exploring the history of the Nene Valley!  \nFrom the construction of a replica Roman kiln\, heritage gardens and ancient textiles\, there will be plenty to see as work begins on these exciting projects. \nThe Big Bronze Age Boat Build returns! To protect our boats and continue our legacy\, volunteers will be designing and building a wooden jetty\, Bronze Age style! \nThis project is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund\, with thanks to Lottery players. \n\nFree event. Usual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/heritage-build-weekends-2026-2/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T160000
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SUMMARY:Roman Clay Creations: Festival of Archaeology 2026
DESCRIPTION:Create a personal offering inspired by the ancient world! \nLearn about Roman beliefs and traditions in this thoughtful\, hands-on workshop exploring votive offerings – objects given to the gods as symbols of hope\, gratitude\, or healing.\nYou’ll then be guided in sculpting your own meaningful clay piece\, inspired by authentic Roman examples and their stories – including one of our favourite Roman archaeological finds from Stanwick Lakes\, a copper alloy frog! \nLed by sculptor and artist Lisa Lovett of Earthly Art Studio as part of the Festival of Archaeology at Stanwick Lakes. \nWorkshop times & tickets coming soon.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/roman-clay-workshop/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
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SUMMARY:Finds Fridays at Stanwick Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Discover more about the objects you’ve found with Northamptonshire’s Finds Liaison Officer\, Eleanore Cox.\nWe’re delighted to host Eleanore from the Northamptonshire Portable Antiquities Scheme for two special FREE drop-in Finds Days: \n\nFriday 6th March\, 10.30am–1.30pm\nFriday 4th September\, 10.30am–1.30pm\n\nWhether you’ve uncovered something while out metal detecting\, unearthed an interesting object in the garden\, or held onto a mysterious family heirloom\, bring it along. \nThe Northamptonshire Finds Liaison Officer (FLO) helps identify and record archaeological finds that are over 300 years old\, whether they’ve been discovered in Northamptonshire or elsewhere in the UK. This includes items such as coins\, metal objects\, jewellery\, tools\, or any other historic artefacts you may have uncovered. \nEleanore will be available to help identify\, record\, and share the story behind your finds\, contributing to the Portable Antiquities Scheme national project to enhance our understanding of the past. \nNo booking needed—just pop in with your items and have a chat. \nUsual car parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/finds-fridays-at-stanwick-lakes-sept/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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SUMMARY:A 2-Day Flax Fiber and Weaving Workshop on Your Handmade Ceramic Frame
DESCRIPTION:Participants will have the opportunity to create a beautiful handwoven piece using their own handmade ceramic frame. \n5th September 2026 (Day 1):\nStudents will make their ceramic weaving frames using stoneware clay and decorate them with the course tutor Emi’s forged natural clay slips. Day 1 is from 10am until 1pm. \n12th September 2026 (Day 2):\nStudents will receive their fired ceramic frames\, prepared by Emi. They will learn how to set up the loom and create their own handwoven piece using natural and sustainable yarns\, including Emi’s home-grown flax fibres\, forged natural fibres and yarns\, Japanese kibiso yarn\, silk mawata fleece\, alpaca wool\, and more. Day 2 is from 10am until 4pm. \nEmi has worked on several projects growing flax plants to produce fabric in different communities. She will also demonstrate the process of turning flax plants into fibre and hand-spinning it into linen yarn. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about flax fibre. \nParticipants are welcome to bring their own yarns as well. \nStudents will take their completed weaving on the frame home.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/a-2-day-flax-fiber-and-weaving-workshop-on-your-handmade-ceramic-frame/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Featured Courses
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