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Summer of Play at Longshaw

From Animal Orienteering to archery sessions in the grounds of the Moorland Discovery Centre, this summer there's a whole range of activities for you to try at Longshaw.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Each Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the summer holidays, the Moorland Discovery Centre is host to Olympic themed games and activities (with wet weather options planned just in case). Activities are free, see the individual event pages for more information.

There is a 10-point Nature Olympics course, with activity stations dotted around the Estate. Suitable for all ages, test your skills in competition with the rest of your group.

The popular animal orienteering course around the estate is back. Can you find all the animals? 50p per sheet from the Welcome Building in Woodcroft carpark.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Head to the Welcome Building in Woodcroft car park for more details.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather—this could be caps and suncream or waterproofs and wellies depending on the day.

Accessibility

See the accessibility statement on our website for more details. Accessible parking is available in Woodcroft car park.

Other

Dogs must be kept on a short lead.

Upcoming events

Event

Free Wednesday Social Walks 

Come along each Wednesday morning for a free social walk around Longshaw, led by experienced guides who know the area.

Event summary

on
1 May to 17 Jul 2024
at
10:30 to 13:00
+ 11 other dates or times
Event

Early Morning Birdsong Walk 

Head into Padley Gorge for a morning of birdsong

Event summary

on
7 May 2024
at
08:00 to 11:00
Event

Nature Tots 

Mini-explorers and their adults are invited to take part in fun outdoor activities at Longshaw.

Event summary

on
9 May to 8 Aug 2024
at
09:45 to 11:45
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

May Half Term - Magnifying Trail 

Explore Longshaw up close. With a magnifying glass, what can you discover around the Estate?

Event summary

on
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
09:30 to 15:30
+ 8 other dates or times