Learning centres and sites
We deliver our activities and visits from a range of inspiring sites across the National Park. At our centre you will be able to use the facilities described below, for days delivered in the field we will give advice on the nearest toilets and other facilities with your booking details.
We strive to make our visits accessible to all. Days can be tailored to your group’s needs so it is recommended to discuss your particular needs with us before booking.
Longdendale Environmental Centre
Our centre near Glossop, on the west of the Peak District National Park, delivers high quality curriculum-based environmental education as well as family and community events. Set within the stunning Longdendale Valley, our grounds offer safe and secure woodlands to freely explore and a network of paths meandering around the beautiful reservoirs. Together with a large classroom and toilet facilities, we can offer your class a day to remember.
Longdendale Environmental Centre Site Information Sheet (1MB)
Suitable for: All ages from EYFS and upwards. Great for groups studying nature and habitats, we run a number of EYFS, KS1 and KS2 curriculum based workshops here as well as more tailored nature connection and woodland days for older ages.
Facilities include
Large classroom (2 classes) with coach parking
Cloak room
Toilets (1 girls, 1 boys and 1 disabled)
Hand washing
Private woodlands with wildlife pond
Access to reservoir and surrounding Longdendale trail
Small meeting room
Directions & Contact Information
Longdendale Environment Centre is situated east of Manchester, on Woodhead Road A628.
Longdendale Environmental Centre
United Utilities Bottoms Office
Tintwistle
Glossop
Derbyshire SK13 1HS
Directions to Longdendale Environmental Centre (305KB)
Crowden
Crowden Valley is a picturesque moorland valley surrounding 2 connecting rivers near Glossop on the west of the Peak District National Park. It is the perfect setting for groups to experience the peak district alongside curriculum-based environmental education as well as tailored days exploring the stunning landscape.
Crowden site information sheet (350KB)
Suitable for: From KS2 to A-level groups. Great for groups who want to explore rivers and hills, we run a number of curriculum linked workshops for KS2, KS3, KS4, GCSE and A-level groups as well as more tailored nature connection days.
Facilities include
Space for coach parking
Public toilets (available on arrival and departure)
Hand washing
Directions & Contact Information
Crowden is situated east of Manchester, on Woodhead Road A628.
Crowden Car Park
Woodhead Road
Crowden
Glossop
Derbyshire SK13 1HZ
Please note using the postcode only will lead you to the village of Crowden, please follow the below directions for the Car park.
Directions to Crowden (185KB)
Days at Crowden have the option to return to our Longdendale Environment Centre in the case of bad weather
Goyt Valley
Following the Goyt river from Errwood reservoir and through a woodland with views of the surrounding moorland, days at Goyt Valley provide the opportunity to see the variety found in the Peak District National Park.
Goyt Valley site information sheet (1.3MB)
Suitable for: KS3/4 groups. This is one of 2 sites where we run our Hydrology day - tailored for GCSE students but can be adapted for KS3
Facilities include
Free parking - space for coaches
Please note: There are no toilets at this site. Please see site information sheet for advice on toilet stops.
Directions & Contact Information
Errwood Hall Parking
Buxton
SK11 0AR
This postcocde covers a large area. Nearest property with a postcode is Errwood Sailing Club, SK17 6GJ. Please follow directions on Site Information.
Cavedale (Castleton)
Cavedale Valley, near the centre of the Peak District National Park, is a dramatic Limestone valley only short walk from the picturesque village of Castleton (a popular tourist spot).
Suitable for: A-level groups. We run our Limestone Ecology day here - tailored for A-level biology groups.
Facilities include
Space for coach parking (parking fees apply)
Public toilets (available on arrival and departure)
Hand washing
Cafes within Castleton
Directions & Contact Information
Coaches must approach from Hope on the A6187
Castleton National Park Centre
Buxton Road
Castleton
Hope Valley
S33 8WN
Directions to Castleton Car Park (1.3MB)
Upper Burbage Bridge
Giving access to the dramatic Stannage Edge, days at this site allow you to experience the wilder sides of the Peak District Moorland. Located to the East of the Peak District National Park.
Upper Burbage site information sheet (260KB)
Suitable for: A-level groups. We run our Carbon and Water day here.
Facilities include
Space for coach parking (parking fees apply)
Please note: There are no toilets at this site. Please see site information PDF for advice on toilet stops.
Directions & Contact Information
Car Park located at Upper Burbage near Hathersage.