October Half-Term - Family Bat Box Building
Join our rangers to build a bat box, the perfect way to celebrate Halloween. Booking essential
- Booking essential
At this family friendly event you will use hand tools with the help of our rangers and volunteers to build a bat box to take home. We welcome families but children must be supervised by an adult 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
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 families but children must be supervised by an adults at all times. We'll ensure all ages can take part in a part of the process.
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.
Nature Tots 2026
Mini-explorers and their adults are invited to take part in fun outdoor activities at Longshaw.