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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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Ashford Mill

Ashford Mill is an award winning watermill on the River Wye at Ashford in the Water. A Grade 2 listed 3 bedroomed historic conversion. incredibly…


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Peak Rail

Discover the Magic of Steam and Diesel- Experience a great day out for all the family!


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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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Easter Eggstravaganza at Thornbridge Hall

🐣🌸 An Egg-citing Easter EGGstravaganza! 🌸🐣 Hop on over for two weeks of family fun at our Easter celebration! Join in the festivities and experience…


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Fun Dog Show at Torr Vale Mill

A fun, family-friendly dog show is coming to Torr Vale Mill, New Mills.


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Easter Bunny at The Midland Railway – Butterley

If you’re looking for a fun day out this Easter, then the Midland Railway – Butterley might just be the place you are looking for, testing your wits…


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The Ay Up Me Duck Trail

The Ay Up Me Duck Trail will run for 10 weeks, inviting residents and visitors to explore Amber Valley in a fun, creative and self-led way.


Family Friendly Offers

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Winter Offer at Buxton Crescent Experience!

Visit Peak District readers can get 15% off tickets to the Buxton Crescent Experience !


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The George - 2 Night Winter Break

Enjoy a 2 night winter break with dinner on one night.


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Mothers Day weekend in March for all the family…

The whole family can enjoy a weekend in the Peak District. Enjoy the tranquility with ample space for 12 guests in two interconnecting cottages ( The…


Family Friendly Trails

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The Phoenix Greenways

Whether you come for the day, a weekend or a longer stay, there is plenty for the family to do, visit and explore. A network of traffic free walking…


Whaley Bridge Town Trail

Take the time to find out more about the history of the town and the surrounding area. See how Whaley Bridge’s industry developed.


Tissington Trail

A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction


Monsal Trail

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


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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