Description
Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre countryside attraction and nature reserve located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley. There are extensive and imaginative play areas, open spaces and paths that families, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers can explore at leisure. The visitor centre, with café, shop and function space, hosts events, family celebrations, business meetings and craft workshops throughout the year. Stanwick Lakes is managed as a social enterprise by environmental charity, Rockingham Forest Trust.
If you are looking for Best Lakes in Stanwick , Northamptonshire then you can visit Stanwick Lakes. Stanwick Lakes is one of the places in Stanwick Northamptonshire for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Free
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Toilet
Adventure Trail
Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre countryside attraction and nature reserve located in the heart of Northamptonshire’s Nene Valley. There are extensive and imaginative play areas, open spaces and paths that families, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers can explore at leisure. The visitor centre, with café, shop and function space, hosts events, family celebrations, business meetings and craft workshops throughout the year. Stanwick Lakes is managed as a social enterprise by environmental charity, Rockingham Forest Trust.
Bird Watching
Stanwick Lakes is a fantastic place to visit for anyone keen on bird watching. It is known for its abundance of wildlife, in particular its overwintering birds. Three bird hides and a separate bird feeding station provide the ideal opportunity to watch them undisturbed in their natural setting.
Adventure Playground – where the fun begins …
As you enter Stanwick Lakes you can’t help but notice the unique and extensive adventure playground situated in the central hub area. Despite its size, it blends into its surroundings being built of wood and surrounded by a moat. It includes water play, with small stream and water wheels, a large sand play area, a climbing tower with giant slide, tunnels, stepping stones, a sunken ship and much more. Children just never want to leave!
Walking at Stanwick Lakes
Stanwick Lakes has a network of over 7 miles of footpaths (wheelchair accessible). Whether you’re feeling energetic – you can walk to Thrapston (six miles away) – or if you just fancy a gentle stroll to see some wildlife, there’s sure to be a route to suit you.Regular walking can give you more energy, keep your heart strong and help you manage your weight. Health Walks take place every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Participants meet outside the Visitor Centre at 10am for a walk of approximately 45 minutes.
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