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Free Wednesday Social Walks

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

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event

Join us each Wednesday for a free social walk led by our knowledgeable walk leaders. Each walk will be around 5 miles, depending on the route, starting from the Welcome Building in Woodcroft car park, and finishing at Longshaw Café.

Social walks are a great opportunity to meet new people, discover new places, and build your confidence walking in the countryside.

Each walk will likely include mild ascent and descent. There may be some stiles, please let us know any access needs when booking.

Dogs on leads are welcome.

Due to the popularity of the walks, booking is strongly advised, though we welcome drop-in participants if there are spaces available on the day. Booked places will be given priority as there is a limit on our maximum group size.

If you no longer need your booked place, please let us know by emailing peakdistrict@nationaltrust.org.uk or calling 01433 631757.

Times

The basics

Booking number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

Routes generally involve some slopes and stony paths. Please let us know any accessibility requirements when booking, so we can change routes accordingly.

Meeting point

Meet at the Welcome Building, at the bottom of Woodcroft car park.

Suitability for children

Suitable for accompanied children over the age of 8 years.

What to bring and wear

Wear sturdy shoes and come dressed for the weather. We recommend long trousers, due to the possibility of ticks being present in some areas where the walks may go.

Other

Please note, normal carpark charges apply and is not included in the price of the ticket. Booking is advisable, however if spaces are available then you can join the walk on the day. Walks may be cancelled at short notice due to bad weather or site closure.

Upcoming events

Summer of Play at Longshaw 

Have you ever wondered what our Rangers do, day to day. Have fun finding out through some of our activities. Gully Racing, Leaves Bingo, Do you know your Country Code? Experience the Barefoot path in the Kitchen Garden.

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on
25 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 09:00 to 16:30+ 43 other dates or times

Summer of Play - Garden Games 28 and 29 July 

Come and join in and get active in our Summer of Play activities.

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on
28 Jul to 29 Jul 2026
at 09:30 to 15:00+ 1 other date or time

World Ranger Day Walk 

Have you ever wondered what our rangers do? Come to Longshaw Friday 31st July and find out more on an early morning walk with our Head Ranger.

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on
31 Jul 2026
at 09:30 to 10:30

World Ranger Day Activities 

Have you ever wondered what our rangers do? Come to Longshaw Friday 31st July and find out more at our Moorland Discovery Centre.

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on
31 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 14:30