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October half term: Free family activity walk

Join us for a free, family-friendly guided walk. Perfect for those exploring Longshaw for the first time, and those who want to see it through new eyes.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event

This free, family social walk is perfect for little legs. Enjoy nature-themed activities on a short walk, designed to help first-time visitors and regulars alike to explore Longshaw with confidence.

There will be fun nature-themed activities along the way. Halloween fancy dress warmly encouraged!

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 2491895

Suitability

Designed for children age 5-10. Children must be supervised by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet at the Welcome Building, next to Woodcroft car park

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather, with sturdy outdoor shoes. You might want to bring a snack and a drink for little ones. The walk will finish at the cafe, no later than 12pm.

Accessibility

The route is buggy friendly, and ends at the café where there are toilets, including baby change facilities. There are no stiles along the walk.

Other

Assistance dogs only on this walk please.

Upcoming events

Free Wednesday Social Walks 

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

Event summary

on
22 Oct 2025 to 28 Jan 2026
at
10:30 to 13:00
+ 12 other dates or times

October half term: Monstrous Minibeasts trail at Longshaw 

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

Event summary

on
25 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
at
09:30 to 15:00
+ 8 other dates or times

Autumn family: Stranger Folk digital adventure 

Gather your friends and family for an exciting digital folklore adventure for 7-12 year olds and imaginative adults.

Event summary

on
25 Oct to 9 Nov 2025
at
09:30 to 15:30
+ 15 other dates or times

October Half Term: Bubbling cauldron walk (ages 5-10) 

Craft a magic cauldron, then use it to collect ingredients for an enchanted potion as you explore Longshaw's spooky woods on a storytelling journey. The walk finishes with seasonal snacks and drinks at the Moorland Discovery Centre.

Event summary

on
25 Oct to 1 Nov 2025
at
13:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time