Activities at Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors

Protect wildlife & farm animals: Take the Lead

Exploring the Peak District with your four-legged friend is a great way to enjoy the beautiful landscape, and we welcome well behaved dogs on leads. Find out why it's important for dogs to be on leads in the countryside...

Noticing nature this spring

Find time to reconnect with the nature on your doorstep or just around the corner, and discover all those uplifting signs of spring.

Walks across Longshaw

Whether it's a stroll to the Longshaw pond, a wander through ancient woodlands or a meander over moorlands, there's plenty of walks to be discovered when you come to explore the Longshaw Estate.

Time well spent in the outdoors

If you are planning a visit to stretch your legs and look after your health and wellbeing, head this way for top tips and practical advice to make sure your time in the outdoors is safe and enjoyable.

Peak District Appeal: Woods for the Future

Find out more about how you can help support our Woods for the Future project so that our rangers and volunteers can continue to provide a haven for wildlife and a space for visitors to reconnect to nature.

Autumn colours at Longshaw

Will you be lucky enough to spot red deer on the moors? Or maybe you'll discover rare fungi in the woods. Discover Longshaw as autumnal colour flows across the landscape and awakes the senses to new sights, sounds and smells.

Family walks at Longshaw

Whether you're looking for a short wander or a big adventure, Longshaw's a great place to come for a family walk.

Click, don't pick! Fantastic Fungi at Longshaw

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

Trust10 at Longshaw

Please be aware that the Longshaw Trust10 is cancelled until further notice. Please check our website homepage and Peak District social media channels for the latest updates. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Summer strolls at Longshaw

Whether you're exploring wildflower meadows, listening to birdsong in tranquil woods or spending time in your garden, noticing nature can give you a sense of peace and a breather from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Longshaw Estate Burbage Brook walk

Hidden history and wildlife are waiting to be discovered on this gentle walk alongside a tumbling stream. The walk is marked with pink arrows that start just outside the main Longshaw tea-room - which is currently closed for refurbishment. Our alternative takeaway offer, Croft Cabin, can be found in our main Woodcroft car park.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.25 miles (3.6km)

Love the outdoors: Be Peak District Proud

Hear more about the ideas and the different groups of people behind the campaign and discover more about the small changes you can do to make a big difference. Be #peakdistrictproud

Wild Red Deer

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

Discover wildlife at Longshaw

Volunteer Photographer and Walk Leader Kev has a wonderful eye for capturing wildlife moments. Discover more about how he is helping us all to feel closer to the creatures great and small at Longshaw.

Jump into the New Year at Longshaw

January is the perfect time to work towards a new goal or try something different. Here at Longshaw, there's plenty to see, do and achieve...

Summer wildlife at Longshaw

Look out for all sorts of creatures on your visit to Longshaw

Woodland Explorer Walk

Enjoy a varied walk through sculpted gritstone outcrops, medieval fields and ancient oak woodland.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Explore hay meadows at Longshaw

Explore wildflower meadows at Longshaw.