Autumn morning Wildlife Walk
Discover Longshaw's Autumn wildlife and spectacular views on a friendly guided walk
- Booking essential
Starting at the Welcome Building near Woodcroft car park, explore the sights and sounds of Longshaw's wildlife with an early morning walk.
While we can’t guarantee exactly what we will spot, we will be looking out for winter birds, wild deer, Autumn colours and some fungi.
The walk is about two hours long, including plenty of pauses to look and listen. The distance is about 3 miles/5km. The walk will end at Longshaw visitor hub, where toilets are available.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £5.00 |
| Child | £2.50 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The route includes steps, kissing gates and steep ascents and descents.
- Meeting point
Meet at the Welcome Building, near Woodcroft car park.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for accompanied children over the age of 8 years.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sturdy shoes and suitable outdoor clothing. If you have binoculars, please bring them along.
- Other
Please do not bring dogs as we will be listening and looking for wildlife. If you have them we recommend you bring binoculars or a camera to help you see the wildlife in more detail.
Upcoming events
Autumn Trail 2026
Do you dare to creep into the woods at Longshaw this autumn? Dress up and have a wild time at Longshaw this half term - spot skeletons and solve riddles on a fun, outdoor adventure.
Autumn family: Stranger Folk digital adventure 2026
Gather your friends and family for an exciting digital folklore adventure for 7-12 year olds and imaginative adults.
Free Wednesday Social Walks Oct-Dec 2026
Come along each Wednesday morning for a free social walk around Longshaw, led by experienced guides who know the area.
October Half-Term - Family Bat Box Building
Join our rangers to build a bat box, the perfect way to celebrate Halloween. Booking essential