Wings and Waves at Stanwick Lakes

Adrian Oates

Visit Stanwick Lakes for a variety of art inspired by nature made by the Northants Open Studio artists. A Pop-up weekend event where you can meet the artists, see their stalls and demonstrations of textile art to digital painting during the Heritage Open Days event.

Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Adrian Oates

Where: Barnwell Country Park When:  Wednesday 31st May 2023 10:15am – 11:15am and 11:30am – 12:30pm Cost:     £15 per family (2 adults and 3 children max) Suitable for children aged 4+ (Must be accompanied by an adult) Booking essential via Eventbrite Northampton, United Kingdom Barnwell Country Park Events | Eventbrite Car parking charges apply    

Our must-visit winter wildlife haven

The Nene Valley is the place to come each autumn and winter to see a wide variety of wildlife and especially over-wintering water birds. The River Nene, with its many tributaries and wetlands, forms an internationally renowned haven for a fascinating assortment of wildlife attracted to the diverse natural habitats offered by adjacent marshes, woodlands and wet grasslands. Year round … Read More

Ranger Rita’s Animal Adventure

Adrian Oates

Ranger Rita’s Animal Adventure, by Stanwick-based Laugh Out Loud Theatre, is a 30 minute, fun, fact-filled, interactive show for all the family about looking after the wildlife in the Nene Valley Wetlands. Ranger Rita needs help from the audience to look after the animals she meets, including Owl, Otter, Spider, Heron and Bat. Will you help protect and preserve our … Read More

Blacksmithing Introductory Course

Adrian Oates

This one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the … Read More

Blacksmithing Introductory Course

Adrian Oates

This one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the … Read More

Blacksmithing Introductory Course

Adrian Oates

This one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the … Read More

Stanwick Lakes Autumn Run

Adrian Oates

We are now taking bookings for our Autumn run – Sunday 18th September. Book your place today! We offer 5k, 10k or half marathon distances and as the route is pretty flat, it’s a great chance to aim for a PB! Cost: 5k – £12 10k – £16 Half Marathon – £23

Cycle Skills Track

Adrian Oates

There will be temporary cycle skills track laid out at Nene Outdoors for anyone to have a go. Recommended minimum age 8yrs+. Helmets Essential. This is a free have a go session, thanks to funding from LNER for the On Ya Bike project in partnership with PECT. Drop in anytime between 11am and 4pm. No need to book. Suitable for: 8yrs+ … Read More

Heritage Family Fun Day

Adrian Oates

Heritage family fun day hosted by Rushden Town Council and Higham Town Council as part of The Nene Valley Festival 2022. Stalls, activities, a free open-top heritage bus tour and more…