Family and Friends Volunteering Sunday 25th August 2019 1pm – 3pm. Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park and supporting the Moments with Trees project. Children, couples, grandparents, friends – everybody welcome. Suitable for: 5yrs old + Easy Access: Yes Restrictions: Younger children welcome, however full participation may not be possible. Advisory […]
Monday 26th August 2019 10am – 11.30am A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. Age: 2yrs+ Adults may bring up to two paying children. Accompanying siblings below the age of 2yrs […]
Tuesday 27th August 2019 12noon - 3pm Join our Education Team to find out who calls the lakes of Ferry Meadows home. This is a Drop In event, so no need to book. Suitable for everyone aged 5yrs+. Find us from 12noon to 3pm, on the corner of Lynch Lake, nearest the Visitor Centre. FREE event […]
Tuesday 27th August 2019 1pm - 1.45pm Our summer season of "Tuesdays at Two" concerts ends with a duo concert by viola player Leon King, returning after a very successful solo concert with us last summer, and pianist Emily Smith, who also appeared last summer, when she played the cello with The Stringlers. They will […]
Wild Wednesday: Discovery Den - Ferry Meadows Wednesday 28th August 2019 10am - 2pm Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. This is a drop in event, no booking required, just come along. Cost: £1 per child per craft made, paid on the day. Next Wild Wednesday […]
Wednesday 28th August 2019 10.30am - 3.30pm Spend a summer's day at the Great Fen with loads of family activities to try. Join us for family fun, including pond dipping, den building, crafts and nature based activities celebrating all things Great Fen. Why not bring a picnic and stay all day! Suitable for families. Cost: […]
Wednesday 28th August 2019 1pm - 2pm Talk by Dr Hilary Marlow (A Rocha). Wednesday at One takes place at 1pm on Wednesdays usually during term time only but there are extra sessions to coincide with the Gaia Earth exhibition. The talk is followed by a light lunch for those who have time to stay. […]
Thursday 29th August 2019 10:30am-12:00pm or 2pm-3:30pm Look for and learn about the fascinating invertebrates that live in the Nene Wetlands. Join us in our wonderful education area and discover the creatures that call it home, guided by our knowledgeable staff and volunteers. This event is most suitable for ages 3+ and children must be accompanied […]
Friday 30th August 2019 5.30pm - 9.45pm Bat Paddle An early evening paddle followed by a bat walk with a Wildlife Trust expert at the Nene Wetlands. 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 […]
Saturday 31st August 2019 10am - 4pm The Flying Aces competition will bring enthusiasts to Ferry Meadows from afar. Why not go along and see the experts at their best. Peterborough Model Flying Club (PMFC) was formed in 1938 and is one of the oldest and most successful model flying clubs in the country with […]