Canoes will depart Canoe2’s base at Rushden Lakes. After a peaceful early evening paddle on the River Nene you will be met back at Rushden Lakes by your Wildlife Trust experts just as the bats are starting to come out. You’ll then be taken on a guided walk of the Nature Reserve as dusk settles. Everyone will have the opportunity … Read More
Twilight Wildlife Eco Boat Trips
Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching. When the visitors leave, and the daylight begins to fade, the wildlife can become more active. Join us on a twilight trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you. We cannot guarantee … Read More
Early Bird Wildlife Eco Boat trips
Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching. Before the city wakes up properly and all the visitors arrive, the wildlife can be more active as they look for breakfast. Join us on this early morning trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside … Read More
Easter Adventures in Nature
Join us for an Easter adventure in nature at Lyveden. Discover our family-friendly trail with fun activities for you to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn your chocolate egg at the end. Our Easter trail runs from 15-18 April 2022, between 10.00-16.00 and costs £3 per child, so come and explore the gardens and countryside at Lyveden. … Read More
Electric Boat Trips
Enjoy a tranquil trip around Overton Lake and onto the River Nene on our electrically-powered passenger boat. The 45 minute pre-bookable trips will depart at weekend during term time and further dates available during the school holidays from the Visitor Centre Jetty at 11am, 12noon, 2pm, and 3pm Tickets are £8 per person, under 3yrs go free Disclaimer: We reserve … Read More
Nature Tots
March theme: Spring. Age: 2yrs+ Cost: £4.00 Times: 10am-11.30am Meeting Point: Outside the Discovery Den Adults may bring up to two paying children. All children attending, need to have a booked place. Maximum of 1 adult per booking. We now also have a private Facebook group that you can request to join where you can find information and engage with the group https://www.facebook.com/groups/neneparknaturetots/
Holiday Trail
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
Willow Weaving Workshop
This is a beginners workshop to introduce you to the wonderful world of willow. Join Martin from Rutland Willow as he takes you through the techniques you need to create 3 pieces of work with an Easter theme. There are two sessions starting at 10:00 and 13:00. Minimum Age: 16yrs + Meeting point: Discovery Den
Social Walking Group
Not sure where to go for a walk, or not keen on walking on your own? Join one of our Visitor Rangers for a social walk around Ferry Meadows and the wider Nene Park and meet like minded people. The location and routes of the walks will be different each month with 2 opportunities to come along and see a … Read More
Wildlife Eco Boat Trips
Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching. Join us on a trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you. We cannot guarantee what you will see but wildlife highlights may include Herons, Kingfishers and the elusive Otter! Trips last … Read More