Holiday Trail

Adrian Oates

Complete a trail around Ferry Meadows and claim a prize at the end! Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. Available every day during the Easter School Holidays from 10am – 4:00pm. £1 per sheet. No need to book; … Read More

An introduction to the history of the Stanwick Lakes site

Adrian Oates

This is an invitation to join us for an illustrated talk by Neil Busby The talk begins at 2 pm in the visitor centre but Neill will be on the Mezzanine floor in the visitor centre from 1 pm to show you around our new heritage presentation, and you can also get refreshments from our cafe. The event is free, … Read More

Nene Wetlands Wildlife for Beginners: Butterfly ID

Adrian Oates

Love wildlife but wish you knew more about it? These new ‘Wildlife for Beginners’ sessions are an ideal opportunity for wildlife enthusiasts to learn the basics and meet like minded people, all in the wonderful setting of the Nene Valley. We’ll spend an hour looking for and learning how to identify the most common butterflies before heading back to the … Read More

Pond Dipping (Drop In Session)

Adrian Oates

Come along to our drop in session and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find.  There may be a wait on the day due to the number of people attending. Suitable Age: 3yrs + Meeting point: Lynch Lake pond dipping platform Cost: Donations welcome

Insect Survey – Nene Valley Youth Rangers

Adrian Oates

Join the Nene Valley Youth Ranger (suitable for ages 11 – 17 yrs) as we conduct a butterfly transect in the new education area. To help us to keep everyone safe, we ask that you do not attend if you feel at all unwell- we will offer full refunds for cancellations due to illness. If you start to feel unwell … Read More

Pollinator Ponder & Wildlife Wander

Adrian Oates

A walk with a ranger looking at some of the butterfly, bees and wildflower species found in the Park, we will look at how they work together in the world of pollination. Bring binoculars if you have them, spaces limited so booking essential, a place must be booked for everyone attending. Suitable for: all aged 10yrs and over. Meeting point: Outside the … Read More

Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Adrian Oates

Discover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets … Read More

Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Adrian Oates

Discover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets … Read More

Youth RYA Sailing – Stage 1

Adrian Oates

This two day course covers basic sailing skills, rope work and collision avoidance. After the course participants will be able to tack and control boat speed and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided. Suitable for: 8-16 yr olds Meeting point: Nene Outdoors reception Cost: £166.00

Youth RYA Sailing – Stage 2

Adrian Oates

This 2 day course covers launching and recovery, steering, parts of the boat and basic sailing. After the course participants will be able to steer and understand basic principles. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided. Suitable for: 8-15yr olds Meeting point: Nene Outdoors Cost: £166.00