24th January 2019 - 24th February 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
The first of three individual printing and sculpting workshops with artist Catherine Matthews Thursday 24th January Drypoint Etching: birds £20 Thursday 28th February Mixed Media Sculpture using recycled materials and stitching £25 Thursday 21st March Screen Printing £25 10.30am-1pm Three relaxed and informative workshops with artist Catherine Matthews. All materials are included in the fee (more…)
Stanwick Lakes - Bird Trail 18th February 2019 - 24th February 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Visit Stanwick Lakes over the February half term to take part in our bird trail. Pick up your trail from the reception desk inside the Visitor Centre, follow the clues and win a prize! Trail is around the Solstice Lake, approximately a 2K walk accessible on foot, buggies and wheelchair users. £2 per (more…)
Gentle Dru Yoga 25th February 2019 10:15 am - 11:30 am
Join yoga and meditation teacher, Diane Eardley in a 6 week Gentle Dru Yoga programme at Stanwick Lakes Mondays at 10:15 – 11:30am. Suitable for all ages and abilities £48 for a 6 week programme (inc parking) booking essential as spaces are limited. £10 drop-in (subject to space availability) Contact: Diane Eardley Yoga Therapist : (more…)
Nordic Walking is brilliant for you to become healthier and more toned, whilst having fun walking in the great outdoors with a group of like-minded individuals. Taster Sessions are held at Stanwick Lakes, they last for 45 minutes and will leave you energised and keen to book more! To book your FREE taster session, or (more…)
Free Health Walk 26th February 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 28th February 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 5th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 7th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 12th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 14th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 19th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 21st March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 26th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Free Health Walk 28th March 2019 10:00 am - 10:45 am
Meet at the Visitor Centre and join in a regular health walk of approximately 45 minutes. a great way to meet new people and be active! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10am Did you know that regular walking: improves blood pressure, eases stress & burns fat faster? (more…)
The Rainbow Cafe 27th February 2019 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 27th February 2019 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Rainbow Cafe 6th March 2019 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 13th March 2019 - 14th March 2019 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 20th March 2019 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 20th March 2019 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Rainbow Cafe 27th March 2019 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 27th March 2019 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Rainbow Cafe 6th March 2019 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Rainbow Cafe 6th March 2019 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Join us on Wednesday’s for our weekly Rainbow Cafes! Make arts and crafts in the Discovery Zone before being joined by Lisa from Music and Movement to sing and dance. For children under 5, Free Hideaway entrance before and after the session. Lisa’s Music and Movement sessions are designed to encourage children to take their (more…)
Singing at Stanwick Lakes 27th February 2019 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Singing at Stanwick Lakes 6th March 2019 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Singing at Stanwick Lakes 13th March 2019 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Singing at Stanwick Lakes 20th March 2019 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Singing at Stanwick Lakes 27th March 2019 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Join Lisa from “Big About Singing” on Wednesdays during term time for a new and exciting outdoor singing experience. Taking place in our beautiful Outdoor Theatre, learn useful singing skills, release endorphins, meet new people & improve your heart rate and circulation. £3 per person, Meet Lisa in the Stanwick Lakes Visitor (more…)
A relaxed and informative sculpting workshop using recycled materials and stitching with artist Catherine Matthews. All materials are included in the fee and these workshops are suitable for all abilities. £25. 10.30am-1pm Book directly with Catherine on 07931 103204 catherinehelenmatthews@hotmail.com Normal Stanwick Lakes car parking charges apply. For more information about crafts events at Stanwick (more…)
Join Chris Kinsey for a relaxed art workshop and transform an unloved wooden item into a shabby chic treasure using Shabby Chic painting techniques. Choose to attend one, two, or all three sessions to learn a variety of painting and decorative techniques: Tuesday 5th February – Stencilling and Decoupage Tuesday 5th March – Distressing and (more…)
A classic beaded bracelet; beautiful and effective but simple to make, so perfect for beginners to beading. Thursday 7th March, 10.30am-1pm. £10 Book with Sherry on 07722 407636 or email sherry_calvert@msn.com Normal Stanwick Lakes car parking charges apply. For more information about crafts events at Stanwick Lakes, join the Stanwick Lakes Crafters Facebook group, visit (more…)
Going Birding 9th March 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Brushing up on bird identification.
Going Underground 13th April 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Uncovering the world of underground animals
Hatching a plot 11th May 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Finding out about nesting birds
All a flutter 8th June 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Searching for butterflies and dragonflies
Gone Dipping 13th July 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Pond dipping
The Stanwick Lakes Wildlife Explorers is an RSPB group lead by volunteers, which provides the perfect location to observe wildlife, make friends and take part in all sorts of practical activities. From bark rubbing to hunting for mini-beasts, its perfect for children aged 5+. Meetings this year will involve time spent outdoors and there’s always the (more…)
Family Bird Walk - Sunday 10th March 2019 10th March 2019 - 2nd June 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Family Bird Walk - Sunday 2nd June 2019 2nd June 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Family Bird Walk - Sunday 8th September 2019 8th September 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Family Bird Walk - Boxing Day - FREE WALK 26th December 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Family Bird Walk - Sunday 8th March 2020 8th March 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join local RSPB volunteers for a bird walk to learn about the resident and migrant birds found in and around Stanwick Lakes. Meet outside the Rangers Cabin at 10am. If you own binoculars please bring them, if not there may be some available to use thanks to the RSPB volunteers. Tickets cost £2.50 for adults, £1.50 for (more…)
Mixed Media Workshop with Catherine Matthews 11th March 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Mixed media painting with a focus on expressive colour in the landscape. Suitable for all abilities, all materials provided. These relaxed and informative workshops focus on observational drawing skills, techniques for drawing accurate shape, adding detail, texture & colour. Materials are provided for the workshops, which are suitable for all abilities. 14th January Painting with (more…)
Come and join Loubilou at Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre on 14th March 2019 to learn the art of needle felting. A process of sculpting wool into shapes with the use of a single barbed needle. You will be provided with tuition, materials and tools to create this tiny Jenny Wren. Bring along your own small (more…)
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 14th March 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 9th May 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 13th June 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 11th July 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 12th September 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 10th October 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 14th November 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knitting and Crocheting Drop in at Stanwick Lakes 12th December 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Knit & Crochet at Stanwick Lakes in 2019 Drop into the Stanwick Lakes visitor centre café between 10.30am and 12.30 at to knit or crochet with this friendly bunch of crafters. Bring your own crocheting or knitting and enjoy cake and coffee as you chat with like minded crafters. Or use your skills for good (more…)
Join the Stanwick Stitchers to stitch and chat over coffee and cake. The group welcomes experienced stitchers who’d like to share ideas and have some company and beginners who’d like some help, hints and tips. The group usually meet at 10.30am on the 3rd Friday of the month (term time only). No need to book, (more…)
The run at Stanwick Lakes is ideal for the recreational runner perhaps entering a run for the first time or the competitive runner looking for a personal best! Stanwick lakes is the ideal running course with purpose built tracks and the additional feature of being on a nature reserve with stunning views. There are three (more…)
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 18th March 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 20th May 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 17th June 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 15th July 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 16th September 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 21st October 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 18th November 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club 16th December 2019 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Happily Hooked Crochet Club with Pauline Procter 21st January, 18th February, 18th March. 10.30am-1pm £10 The Happily Hooked Crochet Club is a friendly group who like crochet to be fun! They meet at Stanwick Lakes, usually on the third Monday of the month. Pauline designs crochet projects tailored to the members which will challenge and (more…)
A relaxed and informative screen printing workshop with artist Catherine Matthews. All materials are included in the fee and these workshops are suitable for all abilities. £25 10.30am-1pm For more information about crafts events at Stanwick Lakes, join the Stanwick Lakes Crafters Facebook group, visit www.stanwicklakes.org.uk, or email info@rftrust.org.uk Normal Stanwick Lakes car parking charges (more…)
Join the local branch of the Quilters Guild to sit and sew in the Stanwick Lakes Café. Enjoy the company of fellow patchworkers and quilters, whatever your skill level, and non-members of the Guild are very welcome. The group usually meet at 10.30am on the 4th Friday of the month (if this falls in the (more…)
Cransley Hospice present: Lanterns at the Lakes 24th March 2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cransley Hospice are proud to present a brand new in-memory event, ‘Lanterns at the Lakes’. Lanterns at the Lakes is a new, fully-accessible one-mile walk at sunset around the picturesque Stanwick Lakes. There will be a chance to come together and reflect on those we have loved and lost, while raising money for Cransley Hospice. (more…)
Needle Felted 3D pictures with Julie Carlton 26th March 2019. 10.30am-1pm £18 per person Workshop fee includes all materials including the picture frame. This workshop is suitable for beginners to needle felting. Book your place directly with Julie Carlton on 07801 505658 Normal car parking charges apply. (more…)
Explore sculpture techniques in paper with artist Catherine Matthews. In this workshop, which is suitable for all abilities, you will become familiar with this delicate material, with a focus on texture and form. £2o, all materials included. Book with Catherine by ringing 07931 103204 or email catherinehelenmatthews@hotmail.com Normal Stanwick Lakes car parking charges apply. For (more…)
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Monday 8th April 8th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Tuesday 9th April 9th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Wednesday 10th April 10th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Thursday 11th April 11th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Friday 12th April 11th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Monday 15th April 15th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Tuesday 16th April 16th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Wednesday 17th April 17th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Easter Holidays. Thursday 18th April 18th April 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
Mixed media painting workshop with Catherine Matthews. Learn the skills of masking and lifting techniques and use layered water- based media to create a work of art . Suitable for all abilities and all materials are included. This relaxed and informative workshop focuses on observational drawing skills, techniques for drawing accurate shape, adding detail, texture (more…)
Collagraph printmaking workshop using Stanwick lakes’ unique landscape for inspiration. Explore texture and tone with this beautiful printmaking technique which is suitable for all abilities. £25 including all materials. Book with Catherine by ringing 07931 103204 or email catherinehelenmatthews@hotmail.com Normal Stanwick Lakes car parking charges apply. For more information about crafts events at Stanwick Lakes, (more…)
The Otters Club - Whitsun Holidays. Tuesday 27th May 28th May 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Whitsun Holidays. Wednesday 28th May 29th May 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Whitsun Holidays. Thursday 30th May 30th May 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Whitsun Holidays. Friday 31st May 31st May 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
Mixed media painting workshop with Catherine Matthews. Learn new mixed media techniques to create surface patterns and make a semi-abstract mini canvas. Suitable for all abilities and all materials included. This relaxed and informative workshop focuses on observational drawing skills, techniques for drawing accurate shape, adding detail, texture & colour. Materials are provided and the (more…)
Artist Catherine Matthews will teach you how to use layered textures, collage and drawing on a mixed media seaside surfaces to create a work of art. This workshop is suitable for all abilities and all materials included. It will be relaxed and informative, focusing on observational drawing skills, techniques for drawing accurate shape, adding detail, (more…)
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Monday 29th July 29th July 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Tuesday 30th July 30th July 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Wednesday 31st July 31st July 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Thursday 1st August 1st August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Friday 2nd August 2nd August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Monday 5th August 5th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Tuesday 6th August 6th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Wednesday 7th August 7th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Thursday 8th August 8th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Friday 9th August 9th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Monday 12th August 12th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Tuesday 13th August 13th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Wednesday 14th August 14th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Thursday 15th August 15th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Friday 16th August 16th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Monday 19th August 19th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Tuesday 20th August 20th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Wednesday 21st August 21st August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Thursday 22nd August 22nd August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Friday 23rd August 23rd August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Tuesday 27th August 27th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Wednesday 28th August 28th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Thursday 29th August 29th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - Summer Holidays. Friday 30th August 30th August 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
The Otters Club - October Holidays. Monday 28th October 28th October 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - October Holidays. Tuesday 29th October 29th October 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - October Holidays. Wednesday 30th October 30th October 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - October Holidays. Thursday 31st October 31st October 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
The Otters Club - October Holidays. Friday 1st November 1st November 2019 8:30 am - 5:45 pm
Stanwick Lakes is excited to announce another year’s worth of dates for our adventurous Otters Holiday Club! Whether you are a working parent looking for childcare or a fun holiday club, or you would just like your child to be able to get out and be adventurous, then the Otters Holiday Club is for you! We run (more…)
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