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
Summer of Play at Longshaw
Have you ever wondered what our Rangers do, day to day. Have fun finding out through some of our activities. Gully Racing, Leaves Bingo, Do you know your Country Code? Experience the Barefoot path in the Kitchen Garden.
Free Wednesday Social Walks
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.
White Edge, Curbar and Froggatt
Amble into Autumn, with this longer walk around Longshaw and the surrounding area. Taking in great views on well worn paths