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Summer of Play at Longshaw Estate

Published:
20 June 2025
A young girl balancing as she walks along a wide tree branch in woodland
Children playing at the Longshaw Estate, Derbyshire | © Annapurna Mellor

Have lots of fun at our action-packed Summer of Play. From 18 July to 6 September, families will be spoilt for choice – with games, crafts, sports and so much more. Challenge friends to a game of leaf bingo, have a go at gully racing or follow the barefoot path in the Kitchen Garden. Why not enjoy an ice cream, relaxing in front of Longshaw’s café or find a shady picnic spot within the estate? Put your sun hat on and come and make the most of being outdoors this summer.

Free drop in activities daily

Longshaw Estate extends a very warm welcome to anyone who wants to take part in our nature themed events and simply let the spontaneous spirit of play take over.

Drop in for our daily activities which run throughout the school holidays. There’s something for all the family; whether you’d like to test your skills at pine cone mini-golf or take time to relax at the wonderous cloud gazing station.

You can spot Longshaw's colourful bird species, from our bird hide or spy minibeasts and insects using special magnifying glasses. 

Each Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the summer holidays, the Moorland Discovery Centre will host games, activities or crafting sessions. Check the website for details for when sessions are running. All ages are very welcome, but as a guide, Moorland Discovery Centre activity sessions are designed for children aged 5-10.

A woman and two young children feeding ducks beside a pond
Visitors feeding the ducks at the Longshaw pond. | © Annapurna Mellor

Fun for all the family 

Each Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the summer holidays, the Moorland Discovery Centre will host games, activities or crafting sessions. Check the website for details for when sessions are running. All ages are very welcome, but as a guide, Moorland Discovery Centre activity sessions are designed for children aged 5-10.

Or if you’d simply like to soak up the summer vibes at Longshaw, you can make the most of being outdoors and create your own memorable moments along the way. 

Two young girls balancing and playing by a pond in open countryside
Nature themed play at Longshaw Estate | © Annapurna Mellor