Summer Explorers Club at Cromford Mills

Wild at the Mill – Summer Explorers Club

Go wild at Cromford Mills this summer with an exciting programme of family-friendly adventures, hands-on activities and outdoor exploration.

Perfect for curious minds and young nature lovers, Wild at the Mill is packed with exciting things to see and do throughout the school holidays. Follow the Nature Quest Trail, earn your official Nature Explorer badge, build bee homes, enjoy nature-inspired crafts, discover amazing mini-beasts and take part in a variety of creative workshops and wildlife-themed activities.

With a mixture of free and paid activities running across the summer, there's always something new to discover, making every visit a different adventure. Set within the stunning surroundings of Cromford Mills, part of the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's the perfect place for families to learn, play and create lasting summer memories together.

• 🌿 Nature Quest Trail – Explore the site and complete the family-friendly trail.
• 🏅 Earn your Nature Explorer Badge by completing challenges and activities.
• 🐝 Build a Bee Home to help support local pollinators.
• 🎨 Nature-Inspired Crafts using natural and recycled materials.
• 🐞 Mini-Beast Hunts – Discover the fascinating wildlife living around the Mills.
• 🔍 Outdoor Nature Exploration with hands-on wildlife activities.
• 🌱 Creative Environmental Workshops (selected dates).
• 🍃 Seasonal Nature Activities that change throughout the summer holidays.
• 🧩 Wildlife-themed games and challenges for all ages.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly drop-in activities running across the school holidays.

Make a full day of your visit by exploring the historic Mill Yard, browsing independent shops, enjoying refreshments in our cafés, and discovering the beautiful riverside and canal walks nearby.

Book selected activities online and view the full summer programme on our website.