Past Events & Activities

Stanley Heritage Trail - Guided Walk

Wednesday 23rd July 2025, 10:00

Join us for a 3-mile circular walk along part of the Stanley Heritage Trail to discover the fascinating local history of Stanley Ferry and Stanley Marsh.  

 

Stanley Heritage Trail - Guided Walk

Sunday 22nd June 2025, 10:30

Join us for a 3-mile circular walk along part of the Stanley Heritage Trail to discover how Stanley became a key transportation hub and learn about a famous local engineer and inventor.  

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Stanley Heritage Trail - Guided Walk

Sunday 18th May 2025, 10:30

Join us for a 3-mile circular walk along part of the Stanley Heritage Trail to discover the fascinating local history of Stanley Ferry and Stanley Marsh.  

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​​Community Litter Picks​

Sunday 13th April 2025, 10am.

Stanley Resident’s Group organise community Litter Picks at various times in the year and publish dates here on the website and on our Facebook page, along with our banner and on the noticeboard in the centre of the village. We take pride in trying to keep Stanley free from litter and a lovely place to live.​​​

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The Great Sunflower Giveaway​

Sunday 6th April 10 till12 noon.

​We will be giving away planting packs of Sunflower seeds once again for families in Stanley to grow at home and make the village look beautiful. ​​

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Stanley Heritage Trail - Taster Walk

Sunday 23 February 2025, 10am.

Join us on a 2-mile guided walk along part of the Stanley Heritage Trail, where you’ll explore the town’s rich history.

Discover how Stanley became a key transportation hub and learn about a famous engineer and inventor who shaped the area. 

Stanley Scarecrow Festival
24 August - 1 September 2024.
See the results at the Scarecrow Festival page.

Stanley Vegetable, Flower, Baking & Handicrafts Show
Saturday 3 August 2024 at the Stanley Gala.
Come and celebrate the talents of local residents!

Stanley Gala
Saturday 3 August 2024, 12-5pm.
Join us at St Peter's Church Centre on Lake Lock Road for Stanley Residents Group's main fundraiser. There will be free entertainment for the children, stalls, refreshments, live music and the ever-popular dog show!

Children's Trail Hunt
Saturday 27th July - Sunday 11th August 2024.
Explore the Stanley Heritage Trail, collect stamps and claim prizes!

Official opening of the Community Orchard
20th July, 2:30pm 2024.
The Community Orchard is located on Mount Road, Stanley. Come along to see and celebrate what local volunteers have achieved, and learn more about the project. There will be fun activities for children. Bring a picnic!