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SUMMARY:Fantastic Feathers Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join our Fantastic Feathers Half-Term Trail! \n\nEnjoy some fresh air with your children this February half term and follow the Fantastic Feathers trail around the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes. Stroll around the lake\, spot the birds\, match them to their feathers and win a lovely wooden bird prize. \nThe trail is on an accessible circular path around Solstice Lake and is 1 mile long – perfect for explorers with little legs. \nThe trail is available from Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd February between 9.30am and 4pm. No need to book\, just drop in and buy your trail for £4 from the Visitor Centre. \nUsual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/fantastic-feathers-trail-2026/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Workshop - For Young People (ages 12-17)
DESCRIPTION:Get fired up and step into the world of blacksmithing!\nThis 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 a real forge. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n– Master basic blacksmithing techniques like heating and shaping.\n– Learn safety and tool use from a professional blacksmith.\n– Customize projects to suit your skill level \nWho is this course for?\nThis day is suitable for everyone. Blacksmithing is about technique and making sure the steel is heated to the right temperature before working it\, not about using heavy hammers and hitting the metal very hard! \nYour tutor for the day is John Wills\, who has been running his own heritage metalwork business for ten years and teaching since 2017. He specialises in making historical reproductions in copper\, brass\, tinplate and iron/steel for museums\, re-enactors\, TV\, and film. As a member of the Heritage Craft Association\, John is actively involved in promoting and preserving metalwork skills and traditions that would otherwise be lost. His blacksmith work has been used in Hollywood films and can be seen at historic sites around England. \nThe course is limited to just 4 participants\, so that each person has their own anvil to work on.\nAll tools\, materials\, and safety gear are provided – just bring your curiosity and wear sturdy\, hard-soled footwear and full length trousers.\nFree parking is including with each booking. \nImportant: Participants under 18 must be supervised by a responsible adult (18+). Please avoid wearing transition lenses or auto-darkening glasses.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/blacksmithing-workshop-for-young-people-ages-12-17/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Heritage,Learn,Traditional Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T113000
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SUMMARY:Feathery Forest Fun with the Rangers
DESCRIPTION:Time to go down into the woods?\nCome to the woods with the Stanwick Lakes Ranger team for birdy themed forest fun. Families can connect with nature\, listen to the birds\, create natural birdy crafts and cook marshmallows on the campfire.\n\nSuitable for families with children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied for the duration of the event. \nBooking essential. Usual parking charges apply. \nPlease wear suitable clothing for being outdoors. As this is an outdoor event\, it will take place in most weathers\, but if we do need to cancel due to extreme weather conditions we will contact families and provide a refund.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/feathery-forest-fun-2026/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T150000
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SUMMARY:Mixed Media Bird Art Workshop for Young People (aged 10 - 18)
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Louise Berrill to create a unique piece artwork of a beautiful bird. \n\nThe workshop will combine drawing\, painting and collage to produce a mixed media masterpiece. \nThis workshop has been designed especially for children aged 10 and over\, teenagers and young adults\, and will take place in the Discovery Zone at Stanwick Lakes. Please note\, wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty as you’ll be using paints and glue at this workshop. \n(Under 18s who take part in this workshop will need an accompanying adult to be on the site at Stanwick Lakes for the duration of the workshop.) \nUsual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/bird-art-workshop-for-young-people/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260218T160000
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SUMMARY:Big Birdy Craft Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our very first BIG BIRDY CRAFT CLUB\nLooking for something creative and cosy to do this half-term? Warm up this February half term with birdy arts and crafts in our cosy visitor centre at Stanwick Lakes. Perfect family fun\, whatever the weather! \nOn Wednesday 18th February\, prebook onto one of our 3 crafting sessions\, at which you’ll have the choice to create lots of brilliant birdy themed crafts\, including: \n\nMaking your own bird book and cardboard binoculars ready to spot birds on the nature reserve\nUse the power of the winter sun to create a feather print bookmark\nCraft a bird that will become your pet!\nMake a bird feeder using recycled materials\nFold an origami bird to take home or join our fabulous flying flock\n\nSession timings below: \n\nEARLY BLACKBIRDS: 10.00am -11.45am\nLUNCHTIME LAPWINGS: 12.00pm – 1.45pm\nAFTERNOON EGRETS: 2.00pm – 3.45pm\n\nTickets are £10 per child\, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Your ticket for this event gains you access to the BIG BIRDY CRAFT CLUB in your prebooked session time and allows your child to do as many crafts as they wish in the 1 hour and 45 minute session. \nThe crafts that are part of this event are designed for children aged 4-11\, but all ages welcome. (Accompanying adults and children under 2 years old do not need a ticket) \nUsual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/big-birdy-craft-club/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,February Half Term Events,Occasions
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SUMMARY:Discover the Nene Valley Special Protection Area (SPA)
DESCRIPTION:Do you know just how special the Nene Valley is?\n\nIt’s SO special that it is designated as an SPA (Special Protection Area) and Stanwick Lakes is part of it. \nDrop into the Visitor Centre on Wednesday 18th and Friday 20th February to meet Lara Jones\, SPA Engagement officer\, who will tell you all about the SPA\, the amazing wildlife that makes it their home. and what is being done to protect it. \nUsual parking charges apply. \nFind out more:\nhttps://www.wildlifebcn.org/blog/la/what-special-protection-area-northamptonshire\nhttps://www.wildlifebcn.org/upper-nene-valley-special-protection-area
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/nene-valley-spa-stall/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:February Half Term Events,Half Term Events,Occasions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T113000
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SUMMARY:Build a Bird Box with the Rangers
DESCRIPTION:Build a Bird Box for your garden! \n\nAs part of our Feathered Friends event and National Nest Box week celebrations\, come along and build a wooden bird box at Stanwick Lakes this half term. Then once it’s complete\, take it home to provide a nesting place for your garden birds. \nThe Stanwick Lakes Ranger team will guide you\, helping you put your box together and use the tools to make it the perfect home for baby birds. \nPlease note\, the building of the bird boxes will take place in our Trading Places Barn which can get a bit chilly\, so please wrap up warm! \nUsual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/build-a-bird-box-2026/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260220T110000
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SUMMARY:Owl Pellet Dissection Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fancy becoming an owl detective?\n\nFind out what owls have been eating by dissecting their pellets. Will you find a mouse\, a vole or maybe a shrew skeleton? This event is perfect for young budding scientists aged 7 and over. \nThis workshop is led by the RSPB Mid Nene Group and is part of the Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group programme of events. \nThe Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group provides opportunities for young people to discover\,\, learn about and record mammals and is part of the Mammal Society’s Local Group Network. Find out more about their group here: https://mammal.org.uk/ \nUsual parking charges apply.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/owl-pellet-dissection-workshop/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Occasions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T150000
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SUMMARY:B17: A Wartime Tragedy Exhibition - February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Anniversary Exhibition \nTo mark the anniversary of a mid-air collision that occurred between two B17 Flying Fortress aircraft on the 22nd February 1944\, a one-day exhibition to commemorate this tragic event will be open to the public. \nSituated in The Solstice Suite in the Visitor Centre\, the exhibition will offer insights into the bravery and sacrifice of our Allied forces as well as the way of life in Northamptonshire during “The Big Week” and the united operations that followed throughout 1944. \nThe exhibition also explores the history of the 384th Bombardment Group at Grafton Underwood and highlights the dedication of their volunteers in fundraising and establishing a permanent museum on the airbase site. \nThrough personal stories and local heritage\, the exhibition celebrates the enduring legacy of the 384th and ensures this chapter of USAAF history is remembered. \nThis free to enter exhibition will be held in The Solstice Suite\, organised by the 384th Bombardment Group Museum . \nJoin us at 9am outside the Visitor Centre to be led on a short walk to the Stanwick Lakes memorial\, for a short reading and remembrance led by volunteers. The exhibition has been compassionately researched and curated by dedicated volunteers\, including the poignant additions of the journeys and lives of the airmen involved\, thanks to the unwavering support of the families in the US who graciously granted permission and blessings. \nWe are honoured to be supported in this exhibition by the team at The 384th Museum\, Grafton Underwood. \nAdmission is to the exhibition will be free\, although car parking charges for Stanwick Lakes still apply. \nThe exhibition will be open 10am – 3pm on Sunday 22nd February 2026. \nMemorial \n \nThis historic event holds great significance in both local and wartime history. \nA successful fundraising appeal in 2024 enabled Stanwick Lakes to construct a permanent memorial as a lasting tribute located in a peaceful\, reflective spot overlooking Brightwater Lake. \nTo visit the memorial\, follow the main pathway towards Sandmartin Bridge and the assault course. It’s just a few minutes walk from the visitor centre. \nTo find our more about our B17 heritage research and memorial journey\, visit our dedicated page here:  B-17 Exhibition: Virtual Gallery | Stanwick Lakes | Nature\, Heritage\, Adventure
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/b17-a-wartime-tragedy-exhibition-february-2026/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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