October Half-Term - Family Bat Box Building
Join our rangers to build a Bat box, the perfect way to celebrate Halloween.
- Booking essential
This family friendly event and you will use hand tools to build a bat box between each group. We welcome all families but children must be supervised with adults at all times. We'll ensure all ages can take part in the process.
Car park prices apply, National Trust members have free parking.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| £15.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 2491895
- Accessibility
There is step free access to the event site.
- Meeting point
At the moorlands Discovery Centre.
- Suitability for children
All families welcome.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather and we'll provide any safety gear we think you might need.
- Other
Making bat boxes will involve using hand tools. We welcome all families but children must be supervised with adults at all times. We'll ensure all ages can take part in a part of the process.
Upcoming events
Autumn family: Stranger Folk digital adventure 2026
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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.
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 morning Wildlife Walk
Discover Longshaw's Autumn wildlife and spectacular views on a friendly guided walk