Easter events and things to do in Derbyshire and the Peak District
Our round-up of eggscellent events and fun finds to keep you and your little ones entertained this Easter.
Join us as we look forward to Easter in the Peak District and Derbyshire on Sunday 5th April 2026! Easter in the Peak District arrives quietly at first — lighter mornings, lambs in the fields, the first proper warmth in the sun. Then suddenly, it’s everywhere: café tables spilling onto pavements, trails filling with walkers, and that unmistakable feeling that winter has finally loosened its grip. Easter in the Peak District and Derbyshire is made for families, it’s a season of muddy boots, fun adventures and chocolate treats.
Keep reading for our round-up of eggscellent events and fun finds to keep you and your little ones entertained throughout the Easter holidays.
Hop Into Easter Fun at the Adventure Farm!
30th March - 10th April
A fantastic Easter holiday family day out at the farm with Easter Eggspress tractor rides, The Sheep Show, mega slide mountain, lots of animals and much more. Whats more visit at Easter and get a half price return ticket!
Tumble down the rabbit hole
Selected April dates
Discover the Mad Hatter's Tea Party at the Churnet Valley Railway this Easter and immerse yourself in Lewis Carroll's beloved book series. Encounter the Queen of Hearts, Tweedle-Dee, Tweedle-Dum, the Mad Hatter, and more. Enjoy a unique Alice in Wonderland Afternoon Tea experience, complete with entertainment, meet and greet opportunities, and photos with Wonderland's inhabitants. Pre booking essential.
Celebrate Spring at the Heights of Abraham
28th March - 12th April
Celebrate Spring and take part in the free children's trail to find the hidden Spring Things around the estate. Look for the giant egg, daffodils and Easter bunny!
Springtime fun at Matlock Farm Park
29th March - 14th April
Throughout the Easter holidays, visitors can Join in the Egg-stravaganza and enjoy a full Easter celebration with animal encounters, outdoor play and plenty of space to explore.
Easter Adventure Quest at Bolsover Castle
28th March - 19th April
This Easter holiday, head to Bolsover for a fun-filled adventure quest! Follow the Easter trail, hunt for eggs and answer questions along the way to earn a delicious chocolate reward.
Easter at Peak Wildlife Park
5th – 27th April
Hop into adventure this Easter with a Spring into the Wild Trail! Pick up your trail map and explore the park as you search for activity stations along the way.
Easter Eggstavaganza at Thornbridge Hall
28th March - 12th April
Hop over to the Thornbridge estate for their Easter Eggstravaganza with crafts, games, and garden trails. Expect decorated eggs hidden throughout the grounds, plus hands-on activities that keep children busy all day long.
Easter at Chatsworth
28th March - 12th April
At Chatsworth, the gardens transform into a playground of seasonal activity. Families can explore winding paths, discover hidden details, and take part in hands-on spring activities — from nature play to meeting animals in the farmyard. Events run throughout the holidays, making it easy to fit into any itinerary.
Spring Spectacular at Gulliver’s Kingdom
28th March - 12th April
TJoin the Easter Bunny and Candy Crew for mad-cap antics and candy activities this April at Gulliver's. Discover Lollipop Trees, Colossal Candy Canes and take some Sweet Selfies along the way.
Hop, skip and jump to the Bunny Burrow at the Tropical Butterfly House
28th March - 12th April
Easter adventures await all the family throughout the school holidays … and every bunny is invited! From a Springtime Stamper Trail to a brand-new indoor Bunny Burrow hideaway, there’s a basket-full of fun and friendship waiting for you!
Easter trails: follow the clues and claim your prize
There’s plenty of Easter trails and Egg Hunts across Derbyshire this Easter, here’s some of our favourites
- Chatsworth Easter Egg Hunt, Join the hunt for hidden chocolate eggs around the Farmyard.
- Over at Calke Abbey, children follow Peggy the Portland Sheep through the grounds, stopping at activity points along the way before collecting your chocolate reward at the end.
- Hop along for some waterside fun at Carsington Water with a classic Easter egg trail around Stone’s Island. It’s an easy, open walk — ideal for scooters, bikes, or little legs that need space to roam.
- If you’re staying closer to the city, don your bunny ears and follow this family-friendly egg hunt at Kedleston Hall combine parkland exploring with a fun activity for all the family, ending, as all good Easter trails should, with chocolate.
- Discover the Easter Egg Hunt at Hardwick Hall, step into a world of tradition and play, and celebrate Easter Adventures at this impressive National Trust property.
- Ilam Park kicks off it’s 200 years of Ilam Hall celebrations. Travel back in time to play, create and build on this fun filled Easter trail!
- Explore the pretty town of Bakewell and follow the Bakewell Bunny Trail. A fun-filled scavenger hunt leading families around the town of Bakewell in search of the Easter Bunny! Collect the letters, crack the code and claim your prize!
Check venues for details of dates, timing and costs.
Get creative this Easter with Derbyshire Makes
Derbyshire Makes is Made in Derbyshire, and encourages people across the county to get stuck in. Free events across Derbyshire this Spring taking place across six local hubs. So wherever you are this spring get involved and unleash your inner maker.
- Cromford 11 April
- Chesterfield 18 April
- Swadlincote 25 April
- Heanor 02 May
- Glossop 09 May
- Bolsover 16 May
Family Friendly Trails
Biking and birdsong around Carsington cycle route
A medium difficulty cycle route around Carsington Water.
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