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The best family-friendly things to do and places to stay.

There's a huge variety of family-friendly things to do in the Peak District and Derbyshire. With attractions of all sorts, there’s sure to be something for everyone to enjoy, especially the younger members of the family!

From cable car rides to hands-on activities, family-friendly attractions to kids’ playgrounds and hire-wire treetop adventures, here are some of the best family days out in the Peak District and Derbyshire

Animal-lovers can find some great animal-based attractions and activities in the Peak District and Derbyshire, where you can take a walk on the wild side with lemurs, wallabies, penguins and more. For a taste of life down on the farm, check out our great farm parks in the Peak District and Derbyshire packed with extras to keep the kids happy.

Thrill-seekers will love our theme parks, whilst you’ll find plenty of family-friendly places to stay because we know you’ll need longer than a day.

The Peak District and Derbyshire is full of fun family friendly activities to entertain your little ones so use the list below to find your next adventure in the Peak District and Derbyshire - making memories that you can treasure forever.

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3Trees Glamping

Luxury Holiday Accommodation on the Edge of The Peak District


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Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway is a 9 mile heritage railway running both steam and diesel hauled trains.


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Derbyshire Pony Trekking

Enjoy off-road horse riding for all ages and abilities in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside.


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Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park

Gulliver’s Valley Resort opened in 2020 and is located next to Rother Valley Country Park in South Yorkshire. Discover rides and attractions designed…


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Bakewell Country Festival

A great family day out combining a mix of traditional agricultural elements, family activities, entertainment, food, drink, shopping and more.


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Ashbourne Festival

A celebration of some of local, national and international street theatre, musicians, comedians, artists and writers.


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Hopton Hall Summer Opening of the Walled Garden…

Enjoy the beauty of our Walled Garden and watch artists at work during July's Month of Art


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Bakewell Carnival

There are events for the whole family to enjoy, so make your costumes, build your rafts, groom your pets, grab your wheelbarrows and wellies and join…


Family Friendly Offers

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SAVE 15% off at Go Ape Buxton

15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Buxton


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Father's Day Special - 2 for £30 Adult Admission…

Until 31st July 2026, get TWO museum admission tickets for £30 and enjoy a day out like no other!


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Pay once and visit The National Tramway Museum…

Explore tramway history and ride vintage trams where history comes to life.


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10% off entry prices when travelling to us on the…

Leave the car at home and hop aboard your trusty X17 bus to get 10% off ‘on the door’ full priced adult, child and concession general day entry…


Family Friendly Trails

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A Stroll along Cromford Canal

A walk along the old canal tow path on the five mile stretch through the Derwent Valley between Ambergate and Cromford passing through the village of…


Monsal Trail

An iconic traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users.


Walk through the Derwent Valley Mills World…

A delightful 6 mile or 8 mile walk through some of the key places within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.


Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge Walk

This beautiful walk starts and ends in the peaceful Longshaw Estate, owned and managed by the National Trust.


Family Friendly Itineraries

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Car-free guide: 48 hours in the Derwent Valley

Connecting charming towns and villages with an amazing industrial past, the Derwent Valley Line runs from Derby to Matlock.


Car-free guide: Things to do in Chesterfield

There's so much to see and do near this iconic Derbyshire market town, famed for its crooked spire.


Day trip from Sheffield: Exploring the Hope…

Offering some of the best views and most picturesque villages in the country, Derbyshire's iconic Hope Valley is one of the best-loved parts of the…


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