Winter: Festive wreath making 2026
Create a sustainable festive wreath in the Moorland Discovery Centre at Longshaw, with materials sourced from the Estate.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Our popular wreath making sessions return for 2026.
Create a beautiful, traditional handmade wreath, with the help of our friendly tutors. We’ll supply natural materials gathered from around Longshaw for you to create your festive masterpiece to take home.
There are morning and afternoon sessions in the Moorland Discovery Centre. Wreath making materials, light refreshments and festive music are included.
Unfortunately we can not allow dogs to these sessions. These session are aimed at adults, suitable for ages 16+
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
There is a gravel slope with a 1:12 gradient down into the Moorland Discovery Centre from the car park, and accessible parking bays close to the centre. There is an accessible toilet in the Discovery Centre.
- Meeting point
Head to the Moorland Discovery Centre, next to Longshaw's main Woodcroft Car Park. There are 3 toilets, one is accessible with baby change.
- Suitability for children
Not suitable for children
- What to bring and wear
Be sure to dress appropriately if you are out exploring Longshaw Estate before or after the wreath making session.
- Other
The sessions are indoors, in the warmth of the Moorland Discovery Centre with a short walk from the car park. Parking in Woodcroft car park, NT members park free and non-members the charge is £6.00 for 4 hours and £8.00 all day. Car parks are locked at 4pm. Mobile phone signal can be limited in the Centre but free wifi is available.
Upcoming events
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.
Winter Trees Art Workshop
Join artist Paul Morin on a special 3 hour 'ink' workshop. Based on a wintery landscape discover how to work onto toned paper with ink and create your own masterpiece.
Christmas Reindeer trail at Longshaw
The reindeer love playing games. Hide and seek is their favourite. Can you find all the reindeer and help them with their games along the way?