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October half term: Monstrous Minibeasts trail at Longshaw

Enter the spooky woods and discover the world of creepy-crawlies, if you dare!

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Collect a trail sheet from the Welcome Building, then head into the woods in search of larger-than-life minibeasts. Can you match wits with a millepede, be speedy like a spider, or wiggle like a worm?

£3 per trail. Designed for children age 4-8 but all are welcome.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Welcome Building, at the bottom of Woodcroft car park.

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for exploring forest paths in the autumn.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in Woodcroft car park. There are two accessible toilets and baby change.

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October half term: Free family activity walk 

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on
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at 10:30 to 12:00

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on
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at 13:00 to 15:00

Free Wednesday Social Walks 

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

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on
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at 10:30 to 13:00+ 23 other dates or times