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America’s Connection with Northamptonshire – April 30th
America’s Connection with Northamptonshire – A talk by Jon-Paul Carr Talk Overview From connections with American Presidents, to wealthy heiresses, actor and actresses, film stars, inventors and the Second World […]
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Big Bronze Age Boat Build – Build Weekend
The Build continues! Observe our boat build team of volunteers, led by Dr. James Dilley from Ancient Craft, as they undertake the very ambitious heritage project of creating a replica […]
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Dawn Chorus Walk – SOLD OUT
Join us on Sunday, 5th May, for a guided walk around Stanwick Lakes to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day. The walk is guided by volunteer ornithologists from the RSPB Mid […]
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Big Bronze Age Boat Build – Build Weekend
The Build continues! Observe our boat build team of volunteers, led by Dr. James Dilley from Ancient Craft, as they undertake the very ambitious heritage project of creating a replica […]
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Precious Strand’s History and Inspiration for Recycling Textiles – May 7th
Precious Strand’s History and Inspiration for Recycling Textiles – A talk by Sharn Matthews Talk Overview In past centuries textiles were comparatively expensive and were valued and re-used accordingly in […]
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Open Water Swimming
Open water swimming sessions at Stanwick Lakes must be booked in advance. Please choose your dates from the below. There are two sessions on each date: swim Session 1: 5.45pm […]
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FREE TALK – A Journey Through Time.
Embark on a fascinating journey through time with archaeologist Andy Chapman at Stanwick Lakes, without leaving the Visitor Centre! Explore the rich history of the people who established roots here, […]
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“Any Old Iron” – May 14th
‘Any Old Iron’: The History of the Butlin Family and their Furnaces in Wellingborough – A talk by Jon-Paul Carr Talk Overview An illustrated talk of the history of a […]
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Caroline Chisholm – May 21st
Caroline Chisholm – A talk by Bernadette Millar Talk Overview This talk describes the life of a woman who was born a few miles from here. She spent her whole […]
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Axe Throwing at Stanwick Lakes – Saturday 25th May
Learn the skills needed to throw axes in safe and fun way! How many axes can you throw an axe in an hour…? And can you imagine how satisfying each […]
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Nest Box Monitoring Walk
Experience young birds up close and detail on our Nest Monitoring Bird Walk this Spring. Every spring, Stanwick Lakes conducts nest box monitoring as part of our contribution to the […]
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Axe Throwing at Stanwick Lakes – Sunday 26th May
Learn the skills needed to throw axes in safe and fun way! How many axes can you throw an axe in an hour…? And can you imagine how satisfying each […]
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May Half Term
Save the date! Come along and join us for an exciting May full of fun activities here at Stanwick Lakes!
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Green Living Fair
Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to eco-consciousness and environmental actions. Meet a collection of local eco businesses and service providers who have joined forces to offer practical insights […]
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What Makes A Good Story? – June 11th
What Makes A Good Story? – A Talk by Judith Allnat Talk Overview How do writers capture your interest, surprise and delight you, and bring stories to a satisfying ending? […]
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Father’s Day
Come along for a fantastic day out to celebrate all of the dads out there this Father’s Day! Whether it’s a walk around the lakes, a trip to our theatre […]
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Philip Manfield – June 18th
Philip Manfield: His Life and Contribution to Shoe Making in Northampton – A talk by Dr Izabaela Robinson Talk Overview Sir Philip Manfield was a prominent local businessman, politician and […]
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Raunds: The Town on the Edge – June 25th
Raunds: The Town on the Edge – A talk by Susan Copperwheat Talk Overview Famous in the footwear industry, the talk is also of recent discoveries that enhance its history […]
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Sorcerer’s Herbs – July 2nd
Sorcerer’s herbs – A talk by Michael Brown Talk Overview This is a talk with a Harry Potter – type theme. There were many plants used for magical purposes. Mandrake […]
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When Olive Oil was for Earache – July 9th
When Olive Oil was for Earache – A talk by Sharn Matthews Talk Overview British food changed considerably during the 20th century as a result of new technology, international influences […]
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Family Fun Day
Join us for a delightful day of family fun, community spirit and charity fundraising at Stanwick Lakes! This event promises a fantastic range of activities and entertainment for all ages […]
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Summer Craft Fair
Join us for a fantastic day out, we are hosting our summer craft fair alongside our family fun day! Open to all, we will be showcasing products from many local […]
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Summer Craft Fair & Family Fun Day
Join us for our Summer Craft Fair!
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Autumn Craft Fair
Join us for a fantastic day out this Autumn! Open to all from 10am-4pm, we will be showcasing products from many local artists and makers so you’ll be sure to […]
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October Half Term
Come and join us for a spooky half term here at Stanwick Lakes. We have a host of activities planned for the whole family including a Halloween trail and spooky […]
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Christmas Frost Fair
Come along and join us this festive season!
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Christmas Starts at Stanwick Lakes
Come along and join us this festive season for a host of fun activities for the whole family, starting from 23rd November!
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