An overview of the ecology, history, importance, and future of water voles by reserve ranger Isaac Manley. With the exciting news that Stanwick Lakes will reintroduce Water Voles, this talk explains their current UK status, how we got there and how the UK is currently using reintroductions as a solution. From the broader UK picture, to the specific Stanwick Lakes story, you’ll learn about the vital role water voles play in their ecosystem, the work involved in their reintroduction, and tips on how to spot them in the future—hopefully right here at Stanwick Lakes!

The speaker

Stanwick Lakes Ranger Isaac Manley will be delivering this insightful talk.

Booking essential – book here: https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/water-vole-reintroduction-talk/

Over sixty years ago there were more than seventy railway stations serving their communities in Northamptonshire, and thirteen in East Northants. Today, the county has six whilst there are none locally. This illustrated talk looks at each of the thirteen local stations and remaining infrastructure.

The speaker

Eric Franklin – I was born and raised in North Surrey well over seventy years ago. We moved to Northamptonshire in 1973 and Thrapston in 1982. Over the last thirty-five years I have developed an interest and much expertise in the local history of Thrapston and environs. I have written two books about the towns’ men who became casualties during the Great War and local news stories covering the years 1914 to 1921 whilst also editing and contributing to the towns’ local history magazine. I also write a monthly item of local interest in the monthly Thrapston Life magazine delivered to the town, Islip and Denford.

Booking essential – book here: https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/whats-on/