Other Local Activities in and around Stanley
Here are a number of other activities in and around the Stanley area that may be of interest to you.
Community Surgeries at Stanley Library
This is your opportunity to meet and speak directly with your local councillors. Raise concerns and discuss local issues affecting you, your family or your Stanley & Outwood East community.​
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Surgery Dates:
​1st October 2026
15th October 2026
5th November 2026
19th November 2026
3rd December 2026
17th December 2026​
7th January 2027
21 January 2027​
4th February 2027
18th February 2027
4th March 2027
18th March 2027
St Peter's Church Stanley
A growing Church, in the heart of the Stanley community.
Click the image to find out more.
Stanley Library There are numerous activities held most every weekday promoting Community interaction for both Adults and Children.
​Find us at: Stanley Community Centre, Lake Lock Road, Stanley, Wakefield, WF3 4HU
​For further details about Stanley Library and other Libraries in the district, please click here.
Stanley Marsh Nature Reserve off Lime Pit Lane was once part of the multi-pit Victoria Colliery and is a place of interest along the Stanley Heritage Trail. It offers woodland, marsh, open water, and grassland and is perfect for a peaceful walk to observe wildlife.
Click on the image for further information about Stanley Marsh Nature Reserve.
Friends of Stanley Marsh are a group of volunteers that meet monthly to complete practical tasks to help maintain the area.
They meet at 10.30 am in the car park. Stout footwear and old clothes recommended and gardening gloves if you have them, but all other tools are provided. See our dates for 2026:
Fri 16 Jan Sat 7 Feb Fri 13 Mar Sun 19 Apr Fri 8 May Sat 13 Jun
Fri 3 Jul Sat 8 Aug Fri 11 Sep
Sun 4 Oct Fri 6 Nov Sat 12 Dec
Nordic Walking at Stanley Ferry
Walks take place on Tuesday evenings starting at 18:15 prompt
Sessions run from April till September
Due to the Stanley Ferry Pub now charging for parking, the meeting point is on Ward Lane in front of the Saw Mill's red gates - WF3 4LU
It is FREE to attend with Nordic poles provided on the day.
Click on the Nordic Walk images for further information about walking groups around the Wakefield District
Stanley Crown Green Bowling Club - SCGBC
The Crown Green Bowling season runs from April till September.
Click the image to find out more about how to join or just support your local team.​
Other Activities TBC to be set up here.​