Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors

Longshaw in autumn

Excellent walking country with ancient woods and tumbling streams

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Visitors sit on rock in the sun

Walking at Longshaw 

Ancient woodland, scenic meadows, rugged moorland, and an array of wildlife are waiting to be discovered.

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Things to see and do

Things to see and do

Visitors sit on rock in the sun

Walking at Longshaw 

Ancient woodland, scenic meadows, rugged moorland, and an array of wildlife are waiting to be discovered.

Red deer stag in Burbage Valley

Wild Red Deer  

Find out about the wild population of red deer at Longshaw and the Sheffield Moors.

Girl climbing tree

50 things to do at Longshaw 

Challenge yourself with 50 cool outdoor adventures, from rock climbing to wild art! Pick up a free 50 things to do before your’re 11 ¾ booklet from the shop or one of our volunteers, and make a start today.

Runners at Longshaw

Outdoor adventure at Longshaw 

Fancy getting active outdoors? There are lots of things to do at Longshaw, from running to rock climbing.

Shafts of sunlight through trees

Photography at Longshaw 

It’s hard to imagine a better location for photography than Longshaw, an inspiring place to put your camera through its paces, whether you have a snazzy DSLR or a snappy little point-and-shoot.

Mountain biker looking at the view

Cycling at Longshaw 

Fancy a bike ride? Longshaw's the place to start. With routes for beginners through to challenges for experts, explore some of the best riding in the Peak District.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Introduction to Hill Walking

Sat 01 Oct 2016
09:30-13:00
Hill walking is a fantastic way of enjoying the outdoors, and accessible to all. There are however, a few basic things to know before you get started. This short course aims to give you the information to go out on the hills confidently and safely.

Learn to Nordic Walk at Longshaw

Sat 01 Oct 2016
10:00-11:00
A four week course to help you take your first Nordic Walking steps at Longshaw!

Muck In Day - The Big Seed Collection at Longshaw

Sun 02 Oct 2016
10:00-12:30
Help us to grow new trees to plant in the Peak District, by collecting their seeds and learning how to look after them as they grow.

Explore Longshaw - free drop-in walks

Sun 02 Oct 2016
11:00-13:30
Explore Longshaw on one of our regular drop-in walks led by our team of volunteer walks leaders. Walks take place on Sundays and Wednesdays, starting and finishing at the tea-room at 11am (returning by 1.30pm).

Rough Guide to Red Deer

Wed 05 Oct 2016
09:30-13:00
Eastern Moors Event - http://www.visit-eastern-moors.org.uk/plan-your-visit/whats-on.html

Thursday Evening Interval Running Session

Thu 06 Oct 2016
18:00-19:00
Join us for an evening interval running session taking in the sights and sounds of Longshaw.
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Eating and shopping

Family eating their lunch outside Longshaw tea-room, with trees in the background.

Visit our tea-room and gift shop 

Enjoy home-made bakes and a brew with a view over the Burbage Valley, and pop into our shop for gifts, maps, souvenirs and more.

Rhubarb in a basket

Try our delicious rhubarb and orange cake recipe 

Use fresh rhubarb in this recipe and enjoy a taste of Longshaw in your own home.

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Wildlife

a bright red scarlett waxcap nestles in the grass

Fantastic Fungi 

Find all sorts of fabulous fungi at Longshaw. Make sure you bring your camera to record what you find.

Close view of wood ants 

Hairy wood ants research project 

Read about the pioneering scientific study that's happening at Longshaw of these internationally protected insects.

Red deer stag in Burbage Valley

Wild Red Deer  

Find out about the wild population of red deer at Longshaw and the Sheffield Moors.

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Our work

A wildflower meadow with a barn in the distance

Helping in the hay meadows 

Hay meadow monitoring is now an annual event for staff and volunteers on the Longshaw Estate in the Peak District and is of great importance.

A ranger helps a girl learn to tie knots at an event in the woods, with a friend in the background.

How we're looking after the landscape 

See how we're working hard to look after the wildlife and habitats of Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors.

Rhubarb Chard growing at Longshaw

A hidden gem at Longshaw 

Longshaw kitchen garden is tucked away behind the tea-room. Why not stop by next time you're at Longshaw?

Architects drawings of proposed woodland walk

Longshaw Experience Design 

We're making improvements to Longshaw.

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Get involved

Woman stands on rock.

Volunteering at Longshaw 

Meet the volunteers who want to help you enjoy Longshaw as much as they do.

Volunteer coming away from Longshaw pond with a wheelbarrow full of sedges

Mudlarks volunteer group for the Peak District 

Mudlarks volunteer group meet every month at the Longshaw and Dark Peak areas and help us with our conservation work.

Volunteers collecting tree seeds

Muck in at Longshaw 

Muck in days at Longshaw and the Eastern Moors are all about helping with important conservation work in a friendly group. Everyone's welcome, it's free and we always have a snack to hand.

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Learning

Children walking through a rhododendron tunnel

Opportunities for schools and students 

Take a look at our learning programme and how to book a session for your school or education group.

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Places to stay

White Edge Lodge Holiday cottage in the moorland landscape setting

Take a break in our holiday cottage 

Stay with us in White Edge Lodge or check out the various local accommodation options.

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