{"id":34943,"date":"2024-02-20T16:05:12","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T15:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/989199df-2212-4d28-9d50-5dba319426aa"},"modified":"2024-02-20T17:39:24","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T16:39:24","slug":"stanwick-lakes-northamptonshire-what-to-see-and-do","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/rss_feed\/stanwick-lakes-northamptonshire-what-to-see-and-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Stanwick Lakes, Northamptonshire: What to see and do"},"content":{"rendered":"

Once a gravel quarry, this nature reserve is a marvellous location for a family outing, where fascinating history, pleasant walks and delightful wildlife converge <\/p>

By Megan Shersby\n <\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 20 February 2024 at 15:05 PM<\/p>

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With 300 hectares to explore, there\u2019s more to Stanwick Lakes<\/a> than may at first meet the eye. <\/strong><\/p>

Where are Stanwick Lakes?<\/h2>

This family-friendly country park and nature reserve is in Northamptonshire<\/a>, England, near the town of Stanwick, close to the A45 road. <\/p>

What to do at Stanwick Lakes<\/h2>

Stanwick Lakes offers a variety of outdoor activities, walking trails, lakes, and wildlife habitats – the ideal destination for nature lovers and families.<\/p>

Stanwick Lakes. Credit: Getty<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>

After gravel extraction came to an end in 2004, the pits were shaped into lakes and trees were planted, creating a site with a range of habitats, including reedbeds and meadows. It soon became important for a huge variety of birdlife and was designated a Wetland of International Importance and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.<\/p>

These days there are lots of activities<\/a> to enjoy: sculptures of local wildlife, Adventure Trails, and cycle routes along the old railway line. There\u2019s even an outdoor assault course (for children and adults) with monkey bars, tunnels and rope swings. <\/p>

Wildlife at Stanwick Lakes<\/h3>