Family Friendly
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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The George
Our en suite bedrooms are spacious and contemporarily styled for your comfort. Luxury linen, local water and fresh coffee is all included, as is a…
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Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground
The farmyard at Chatsworth has been a favourite day out for children of all ages since 1973.
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Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels at Bike & Boot
A new Leisure Hotel brand for the 21st century - welcoming walkers, dog owners, cyclists and adventurers to the Peak District
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Waterside Barn
Waterside Barn is a beautifully restored and refurbished stone cottage located between Tissington village and Bradbourne. Sleeping up to 10 guests +…
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Speedwell Cavern
A fascinating boat ride through the workings of a 200-year-old lead mine in the heart of the Peak District National Park. It culminates in a…
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Conkers
CONKERS is more than just a day out as families are encouraged to explore, get creative, be immersed with nature and rise above treetops
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Bakewell Camping and Caravanning Club Site
The Peak District National Park is waiting to be explored from our Club Site at Bakewell, which is perfect for those wanting to escape the crowds.…
Family Friendly Events
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Lights of Abraham
This winter, experience the Heights of Abraham in a brand new light as we present our stunning light trail
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Christmas at Chatsworth
Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth. Pre-booking essential.
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The Matlock Farm Park Christmas Experience!
Santa and his Elves will be bringing delights from the North Pole to thoroughly entertain you as you go through your Christmas experience.
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A Once Upon a Time Christmas at The Children’s…
This Christmas, discover the magic of Pinocchio as The Children’s Country House at Sudbury transforms into the setting of the much-loved tale
Family Friendly Offers
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Derbyshire Days Out
12 local attractions have joined up to give you a great Derbyshire Day Out.
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Discounted Pizza and drink offers - Takeaway or…
Enjoy authentic Neapolitan woodfired pizzas, matched to specially selected artisan beers, larges and ciders. Drinks are sourced from Peak Ales, a…
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Travel by bus and save
Leave the car at home - many of our attractions offer discounts
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Free return admission for 12 months on full…
Take a tram ride through time at Crich Tramway Village, home of The National Tramway Museum - an ideal destination for all ages.
Family Friendly Trails
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Calke to Staunton Harold walking trail
Enjoy a leisurely walk from Calke Abbey to Staunton Harold, with views over the reservoir, arable fields and woodland.
Hartington - The Dales of the River Dove Walk
This beautiful walk starts and ends in the pretty Peak District village of Hartington and takes you beside the sparkling River Dove through some of…
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…
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…
A Day out in the National Forest by bus
The Diamond 22 bus service takes you into the heart of the National Forest.
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