What's on at Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors
Orienteering at Longshaw
Have a go at orienteering at Longshaw - our permanent course is available all year round, whatever the weather. Ideal for beginners, families, dog walkers and school groups.
Fri 21 Jul 2017
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10:30-17:00
Climb a Huge Hill - 50 Things Trail
Climb a huge hill at Longshaw and the Eastern Moors. Circling the Burbage valley this walk is approximately 4.6 miles and takes in the summit of Higger Tor.
Sat 22 Jul 2017
+ 43 other dates
10:30-15:30
Trust10 Longshaw
Enjoy a 10k run in the glorious surroundings of the Longshaw Estate.
Sun 23 Jul 2017
+ 5 other dates
08:15-10:30
Thursday Evening Interval Running Session
Join us for an evening interval running session taking in the sights and sounds of Longshaw.
Thu 27 Jul 2017
+ 12 other dates
18:00-19:00
Come and Try Rock Climbing (for beginners)
Ever fancied a go at rock climbing?
Fri 28 Jul 2017
+ 2 other dates
09:00-13:00
Try weaseling and abseiling at Longshaw
An adventure filled afternoon with abseiling and weaselling
Fri 28 Jul 2017
+ 1 other date
13:15-16:45
Digital Photography Workshop
Learn how to get the most out of your camera on a one day photography workshop brought to you by Going Digital.
Sun 30 Jul 2017
+ 2 other dates
10:00-16:00
World Ranger Day
Join Longshaw and Peak District Rangers for a day of conservation, talks, walks and demonstrations. Find out what rangers get up to all over the world and why their job is so important for wildlife and the environment. Drop in throughout the day....
Mon 31 Jul 2017
10:30-15:30
Sports Tuesdays
Come down to the Moorland Discovery Centre to experience a summer filled with fun, games, and sporting adventures.
Tue 01 Aug 2017
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10:30-15:30
Wildlife Wednesdays
Come and join our ranger team out on the estate to discover more about the special wildlife at Longshaw.
Wed 02 Aug 2017
+ 3 other dates
10:30-15:30
Bogs and Beasts Thursdays
Join the Moors for the Future Partnership at Longshaw, and find out about the moorlands that surround us.
Thu 03 Aug 2017
+ 4 other dates
10:30-15:30
Nature's Homes Fridays
Become a nature detective exploring nature's homes and discovering why nature is awesome. Then help us to build a home for nature at Longshaw.
Fri 04 Aug 2017
+ 3 other dates
10:30-15:30
Guided Nordic Walk
Enjoy a guided Nordic Walk around the beautiful Longshaw Estate
Sat 05 Aug 2017
+ 3 other dates
10:00-12:00
Little Critters Saturdays - Pond Dipping
Join us at the Moorland Discovery Centre to discover more about Longshaw's amazing little wildlife.
Sat 05 Aug 2017
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10:30-12:00
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Crafty Sundays - Dream catchers and landscape art
Crafts, art, and messy fun at the Moorland Discovery Centre.
Sun 06 Aug 2017
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10:30-12:00
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Picnic Mondays
Why not pop in with your picnic and enjoy some family games at Longshaw, where the Moorland Discovery Centre will be open with free self-led sports activities.
Mon 07 Aug 2017
+ 3 other dates
10:30-15:30
Little Critters Saturdays - Minibeast Hunting
Join us at the Moorland Discovery Centre to discover more about Longshaw's amazing little wildlife.
Sat 12 Aug 2017
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10:30-12:00
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Crafty Sundays - Boggarts and fairy crowns
Crafts, art, and messy fun at the Moorland Discovery Centre.
Sun 13 Aug 2017
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10:30-12:00
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Bogtastic fantastic family fun day
Bring the whole family for a day out in the countryside with a difference. Come and explore the amazing world of bogs and moorlands. A day of family exploration, bog-bouncing, wildlife spotting, art, face painting and mucky peat-based fun!
Wed 16 Aug 2017
10:30-15:30
Tyrolean Zip Wire Experience, Climbing and Abseiling
Fly like a bird over Bolehill quarry on the amazing Tyrolean Zip wire! This adventure includes not only the zip wire, but also abseiling and climbing, a real adventurous afternoon out!
Tue 29 Aug 2017
09:00-13:00
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Come and Try Orienteering at Longshaw
Come and try the fantastic sport of Orienteering.
Wed 30 Aug 2017
10:00-15:30
Learn to Nordic Walk Course at Longshaw
Come and take your first Nordic walking steps at Longshaw. This two session course run over consecutive weeks will give you the skills to Nordic Walk confidently. The Spring course is 25 March & 1 April, the Autumn course is 2 & 9 Sept
Sat 02 Sep 2017
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10:00-12:00
Muck In Day - Seed collecting
Help collect native seeds to be raised in the tree nursery for planting out in the future. Learn to identify species such as rowan and hawthorn, then collect and process their seeds.
Sun 10 Sep 2017
10:00-12:30
Muck In Day - Tree seed collection
Collect tree seeds like oak and rowan at the Longshaw estate, learning how to plant them, and then take them home.
Sun 08 Oct 2017
10:00-12:30
Fungi Day
Discover some of Longshaw's fabulous fungi and delve into the world of mycology at this drop in event, with local experts leading short walks and talks throughout the day.
Sat 14 Oct 2017
10:30-15:30
Longshaw Remembers - WWI Talk
Did you know that Longshaw played a vital role during the First World War? Come and discover the estate's wartime history with a talk from our historian, Thelma Griffiths.
Wed 08 Nov 2017
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14:00-16:00