Explorers walk: sheep shearing
Walk to one of the oldest farms in the area and watch the sheep being sheared for the summer.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Join us on a walk to a local farm and learn how and why sheep need to be sheared. Distance: 3 miles I Duration: 2.5 hours (approx.)
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895 40 spaces available.
- Suitability
Children welcome.
- Meeting point
Meet at the Marsden Moor Office (HD7 6DH).
- What to bring and wear
Please bring wellies if you have them and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Accessibility
There may be some slightly muddy and steep paths, with some uneven sections. Worksheets/ID guides will be in English.
- Other
No dogs please.
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