Rockingham Forest Trust

Upcoming events at Rockingham Forest Trust

Rockingham Forest Trust is a gallery in Stanwick. Near Here currently lists at least 17 upcoming events, including Roman Clay Creations: Festival of Archaeology 2026, Summer Art Club: Flower Meadows and Willow Weaving Course: Large Flower Sculpture.

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Roman Clay Creations: Festival of Archaeology 2026

Family friendly workshops: Create a personal offering inspired by the ancient world! Learn about Roman beliefs and traditions in this thoughtful, hands-on workshop exploring votive offerings – objects given to the gods as symbols of hope, gratitude, or healing. You’ll then be guided in sculpting your own meaningful clay piece, inspired by authentic Roman examples and their stories – including one of our favourite Roman archaeological finds from Stanwick Lakes, a copper alloy frog! Led by sculptor and artist Lisa Lovett of Earthly Art Studio as part of the Festival of Archaeology at Stanwick Lakes. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian discretion. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Summer Art Club: Flower Meadows

Summer Art Club: Flower Meadows A new Summer Art Club session for children aged 7–12 years inspired by the colours, shapes and textures of flower meadows. In this session, children will design and build their own richly textured meadow scene, exploring layering, pattern, collage and colour. Using simple circular forms as a starting point, they’ll develop a lively composition full of detail and movement, while gaining confidence working with different materials and techniques. The focus is on experimentation, creative decision-making and enjoying the process of making artwork from start to finish. The session is led by professional artist Emma, who brings extensive experience in both fine art and education. After completing a Fine Art and Art History degree at Newcastle University, Emma has worked in heritage and learning environments alongside her own creative practice in painting, drawing and printmaking. Her work has been published in art books and guides, and exhibited at venues including Covent Garden in London and the Hatton Gallery in Newcastle. She now focuses on delivering engaging art workshops for adults and children, encouraging creativity and confidence in a supportive setting. All materials are provided. Parking is included in the ticket price. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian discretion. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Sat 25 Jul11:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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Workshops & Classes

Willow Weaving Course: Large Flower Sculpture

Course Overview Learn core basketry skills while creating an impressive large willow flower – perfect for walls, fences, patios, or interior displays. This course is especially valuable for beginners who want to build confidence before moving into basketry. You’ll start by making a traditional slath, just as you would when beginning a basket. Into this, you’ll weave the flower’s centre, gaining essential understanding of space, control, and tension. From there, you’ll add petals in a style of your choice, braid a strong stem, and use a figure-of-eight weave to form expressive leaves. This workshop brings together multiple foundation weaving techniques in one rewarding project – an excellent step towards more advanced work. The course takes place in the Heritage Craft Barn at Stanwick Lakes, a 750-acre protected Nature Reserve and Wetland of International Importance managed by Rockingham Forest Trust as an environmental charity. Book now Cancellation policy: Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts.

Sat 8 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Workshops & Classes

Willow Weaving Workshop: Large Flower Sculpture

Course Overview Learn core basketry skills while creating an impressive large willow flower – perfect for walls, fences, patios, or interior displays. This course is especially valuable for beginners who want to build confidence before moving into basketry. You’ll start by making a traditional slath, just as you would when beginning a basket. Into this, you’ll weave the flower’s centre, gaining essential understanding of space, control, and tension. From there, you’ll add petals in a style of your choice, braid a strong stem, and use a figure-of-eight weave to form expressive leaves. This workshop brings together multiple foundation weaving techniques in one rewarding project – an excellent step towards more advanced work. The course takes place in the Heritage Craft Barn at Stanwick Lakes, a 750-acre protected Nature Reserve and Wetland of International Importance managed by Rockingham Forest Trust as an environmental charity. Book now Cancellation policy: Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts.

Sat 8 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Nature & Outdoors

Winged Wonders Guided Walk

Join expert Doug Goddard for a guided stroll around the nature reserve at Stanwick Lakes. Come along to discover and identify the butterflies and dragonflies that call Stanwick Lakes home. You’ll explore meadows, lakesides and riverbanks, spotting winged insects and discovering what makes each species unique. This walk is suitable for adults and children aged 7 and up, with younger nature lovers also welcome. Children must be accompanied at all times. Walk starts at 10:00am, meet outside the Visitor Centre.

Sat 8 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Introduction to Corn Dolly Crafting

Course Overview In this introductory workshop you will learn the traditional craft of corn dolly making, a heritage skill rooted in the rhythms of the harvest and practiced across Britain and Europe for hundreds, even thousands of years. You will explore how these beautiful woven forms were traditionally created from the final sheaf of the harvest, believed to hold the spirit of the crop through the winter and ensure fertility and a successful harvest the following year. Your workshop will begin with an introduction to the history, cultural significance and regional variations of corn dollies, before moving on to practical instruction. Guided by course leader Beckie Pallitt of Windhover Crafts, you will learn the foundational techniques needed to create your own corn dolly inspired by traditional forms. Throughout the workshop, you will be supported step-by-step, developing skills in handling and preparing the straw, shaping, and binding. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with an endangered rural craft and gain insight into traditions that have been passed down through generations. By the end of the course, you will take home your own handcrafted corn dollys along with the knowledge to continue practicing this rewarding skill. The course itself takes place in and around the purpose built oak framed craft barn at Stanwick Lakes which is managed by Rockingham Forest Trust as an environmental charity.

Sun 9 Aug10:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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Arts & CultureChildren & Family

Big Badger Craft Club

Join us for our summer Craft club – and this time the theme is badgers and their woodland friends. On Wednesday 12th August, prebook onto one of our 2 crafting sessions, at which you’ll have the choice to create lots of brilliant badger themed crafts, including: – A woodland diorama, featuring your favourite woodland animals, including badgers of course! – Use the power of the sun to create a woodland leaf work of art. – Make you very own woodland mammal identification guide – Fold an origami badger, fox, pine marten or squirrel. This event is suitable for children aged 3+. Parking is not included, usual tariffs apply. As a charity, parking is one of the main ways we raise funds to care for Stanwick Lakes. We are also excited to welcome the Northamptonshire Badger Group to the Stanwick Lakes visitor centre for this event. Come along and meet members of the group who actively involved in the welfare of Badgers in the county. Find out all about badgers, why they matter and what you can do to help them. http://www.northamptonshirebadgers.co.uk This event is an Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group. This group has been formed to inspire young people to learn about mammals and take action to protect them. Young people will be able spend time outdoors, meet like-minded people, and develop their skills to become citizen scientists and active conservationists.

Wed 12 Aug11:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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Resin Jewellery

Resin Jewellery Looking for a creative experience this summer? Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making class and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin. A wonderful activity for parents and children aged 10+ to enjoy together. Parking is included in the ticket price. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 14 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Resin Jewellery Workshop

Course Overview Looking for a creative experience this summer? Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making workshop and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin. A wonderful activity for parents and children aged 10+ to enjoy together. Parking is included in the ticket price. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 14 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Resin Jewellery Workshop (age 10+)

Course Overview Looking for a creative experience this summer? Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making workshop and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin. A wonderful activity for parents and children aged 10+ to enjoy together. Parking is included in the ticket price. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian discretion. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 14 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Fabric Printing: Tales from the Fen

Course Overview Join us for one of our summer workshops and create your very own tote bag. You will use ready cut stamps and lino blocks to print and create your own design. Supported by artist and printmaker Lizzie Ault, who will be providing her own hand cut blocks for you to use. All materials are included in this workshop. Suitable for ages 7+ (younger children are welcome to have a go with supervision). Parking is included in the ticket price. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 28 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

via Rockingham Forest Trust

Workshops & Classes

Fabric Printing Workshop

Course Overview Join us for one of our summer workshops and create your very own design on a tote bag. You will use ready cut stamps and lino blocks to print and create your own design. Supported by artist and printmaker Lizzie Ault, who will be providing her own hand cut blocks for you to use. All materials are included in this workshop. Suitable for ages 7+ (younger children are welcome to have a go with supervision). Parking is included in the ticket price. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian discretion. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 28 Aug11:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Embossed Decorations

Course Overview Join artist & tutor Lizzie Ault to create a set of hanging decorations or a garland inspired by summer. You’ll try foil embossing, a beautiful, relaxing craft inspired by folk art and seasonal themes. You’ll learn the basics and create your own embossed decoration to take home. All materials are included, and it’s suitable for ages 7+ (younger children welcome to have a go with supervision). Parking is included in the ticket price. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian discretion. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Cancellation Policy Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Cancellations made within 4 weeks of the session are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, please speak to our team so we can discuss how we may be able to accommodate you. Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, bookings made online may be eligible for a 14-day cooling-off period. However, if the session is scheduled to take place within this period, this right no longer applies. If the booking is made directly with Stanwick Lakes, we ask that all cancellation requests must be made by via email to:  and should include your full name, booking reference (if available), session date or title, and reason for cancellation.

Fri 28 Aug14:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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Tinsmithing workshops

This critically endangered heritage craft is being kept alive at Stanwick Lakes — and you can be a part of it! Learn the skills of tin-smithing from one of the last tinsmiths in the country. Tinplate – a thin sheet of iron or steel coated with pure tin – is strong, lightweight, durable, food safe and resembles silver. During the 18th and 19th centuries it was ubiquitous in home, work and military life, with every town having its own “Tinman & Brazier.” Tin-smithing is now classified by the Heritage Crafts Association as critically endangered and at serious risk of no longer being practised in the UK. During the day you’ll learn the core processes – measuring, cutting with tin-snips, burring, forming, wiring, seaming and soldering — and make a wall hanging candle sconce plus your choice of a pastry cutter, a candle holder, or cup to take home. No experience is needed; the course is suitable for adults of any ability, limited to six participants. Teenagers 16+ are welcome with adult supervision. The course takes place in a purpose-built oak framed craft barn at Stanwick Lakes, a protected Nature Reserve and Wetland of International Importance covering 750 acres. Your tutor is John Wills, one of the last three professional tinsmiths in Britain. In 2022, as part of a Heritage Crafts Association project to rescue tinsmithing, he trained under master tinsmith Karl Schmidt (Dakota Tinworks, USA) and subsequently built a new tinman & brazier workshop to keep the craft alive.

Sat 29 Aug10:00Rockingham Forest Trust

via Rockingham Forest Trust

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Tinsmithing workshops

This critically endangered heritage craft is being kept alive at Stanwick Lakes — and you can be a part of it! Learn the skills of tin-smithing from one of the last tinsmiths in the country. Tinplate – a thin sheet of iron or steel coated with pure tin – is strong, lightweight, durable, food safe and resembles silver. During the 18th and 19th centuries it was ubiquitous in home, work and military life, with every town having its own “Tinman & Brazier.” Tin-smithing is now classified by the Heritage Crafts Association as critically endangered and at serious risk of no longer being practised in the UK. During the day you’ll learn the core processes – measuring, cutting with tin-snips, burring, forming, wiring, seaming and soldering — and make a wall hanging candle sconce plus your choice of a pastry cutter, a candle holder, or cup to take home. No experience is needed; the course is suitable for adults of any ability, limited to six participants. Teenagers 16+ are welcome with adult supervision. The course takes place in a purpose-built oak framed craft barn at Stanwick Lakes, a protected Nature Reserve and Wetland of International Importance covering 750 acres. Your tutor is John Wills, one of the last three professional tinsmiths in Britain. In 2022, as part of a Heritage Crafts Association project to rescue tinsmithing, he trained under master tinsmith Karl Schmidt (Dakota Tinworks, USA) and subsequently built a new tinman & brazier workshop to keep the craft alive.

Sun 30 Aug10:00Rockingham Forest Trust

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Home Education Day Key Stage 1 & 2

Our next Home Education Day will be on Thursday 3rd September 2026. Everyone is welcome but is best suited to learners aged 5–11 or those accessing the Key Stages 1 & 2 curriculum. Nature: Wildflower Meadows As part of a new project, help us to improve our wildflower meadows by becoming part of our Ranger team. Blacksmithing Demonstration: Iron Age Britain Learn about the amazing changes in Iron Age Britain and watch an exciting blacksmithing demonstration to see how metal was shaped. Campfire Cooking Discover the fun of cooking outdoors by making flatbreads and toasting marshmallows to create delicious s’mores. Vegan options are available, but please let us know about any dietary requirements when booking. Please note that this activity involves ingredients containing gluten and dairy. Food will be prepared outdoors, and while every effort will be made to minimise cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that products will be free from traces of gluten or dairy. Therefore, this activity may not be suitable for individuals with severe allergies to these ingredients. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome, children wishing to participate must purchase a ticket.

Thu 3 Sept10:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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Finds Fridays at Stanwick Lakes

Discover more about the objects you’ve found with Northamptonshire’s Finds Liaison Officer, Eleanore Cox. We’re delighted to host Eleanore from the Northamptonshire Portable Antiquities Scheme for two special FREE drop-in Finds Days: Friday 6th March, 10.30am–1.30pm Friday 4th September, 10.30am–1.30pm Whether you’ve uncovered something while out metal detecting, unearthed an interesting object in the garden, or held onto a mysterious family heirloom, bring it along. The Northamptonshire Finds Liaison Officer (FLO) helps identify and record archaeological finds that are over 300 years old, whether they’ve been discovered in Northamptonshire or elsewhere in the UK. This includes items such as coins, metal objects, jewellery, tools, or any other historic artefacts you may have uncovered. Eleanore will be available to help identify, record, and share the story behind your finds, contributing to the Portable Antiquities Scheme national project to enhance our understanding of the past. No booking needed—just pop in with your items and have a chat. Usual car parking charges apply.

Fri 4 Sept11:30Rockingham Forest Trust

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