Learn at the Lakes
Our Vision
Stanwick Lakes has a wide variety of art and craft courses available throughout the year. Whether you want to learn a new skill or you are a budding artist, we have something for you. From craft courses on silk painting or glass fusion, to our regular workshops with resident artist Louise Berrill. So why not explore your creative side today by viewing our Arts & Crafts workshops by following the link below.
What We Offer
Arts & Crafts
Stanwick Lakes has a wide variety of art and craft courses available throughout the year. Whether you want to learn a new skill or you are a budding artist, we have something for you. From craft courses on silk painting or glass fusion, to our regular workshops with resident artist Louise Berrill. So why not explore your creative side today?
Heritage Crafts
We offer a range of heritage craft courses once practiced in this area, including blacksmithing, tinsmithing, spoon carving and wood carving. Whether you want to learn a new skill or are you are interested in reviving our heritage crafts, we can offer high quality support and training. Based in our green oak craft barn you are guaranteed to enjoy your day. So why not follow the link below to find out more.
Craft Cafe
Our weekly Craft Café is a weekday drop-in session and a great way for adults to try a new craft and to meet other crafters. The Café usually takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays (except for school holidays) between 10.00am and 12.00pm in our Visitor Centre. Simply bring along your own project and spend time chatting and exchanging thoughts on crafting projects. No booking is required and sessions are free, although standard car parking charges will apply.
Schools
Stanwick Lakes offers a wide-ranging learning programme for schools. From Ranger-led STEM sessions that offer unique opportunities to learn about the natural world, to heritage sessions that offer living history and experimental archaeology experiences that connect young people with the ancient past. So why not start planning your next school trip with us today?