Water Meadow Work Update November 2025
Water Meadow Work Update: We have now completed the first phase of flood alleviation works to the Wicksteed Park Water Meadow.
In the image you can see the newly widened river and this, together with lowering of the floodplain, means the land will be better able to store water in wet conditions thus reducing flood risk and improving water quality. The remainder of the works due under the project will now be completed in Spring 2026 when the ground conditions have dried out.
Over the winter, the permissive footpath that runs along the River Ise in the Water Meadow from Barton Road to Cheyne Walk will be closed until at least Spring 2026.
The decision to keep the footpath closed until this time is required to meet health and safety measures.
Please adhere to safety signage at all times.
Thank you for your understanding and patience in this matter while we work to bring the Water Meadow back to its intended use.
Other News
The Wildlife Lodge
Kettering Nature Group (KNG) is working with Wicksteed Park to create something special: a building that will be alive with wildlife. This project, called The Living Lodge, will turn an ordinary structure into a sanctuary. Bat boxes, bird boxes, insect hotels, climbing plants, and rainwater features will all be part of the design. Every wall and corner will be used to give nature a home.
Wicksteed Park Nominated for 5 UK Theme Park awards
Wicksteed Park have been announced as a nominee in 5 awards in the UK Theme Park Awards 2025!
Rare black poplar trees planted at Wicksteed Park
As a part of National Tree Week last month, running from November 25th until December 3rd, Wicksteed Park planted 13 rare black poplar trees on the estate's South Meadow. This is apart of a local couple's efforts to reintroduce the species to Northamptonshire.