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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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Torr Vale Mill

Wonderful historic Grade II* listed building with on-site café, retail shops and holiday accommodation.


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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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Dovedale Cottages

Pretty country cottage, lovingly restored. Nestling in an idyllic and peaceful setting. Warm, cosy, full of character. Wonderful rambles from door to…


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Thornbridge Estate

Thornbridge Hall is a Grade II listed stately home in the heart of the Peak District. It is surrounded by 12 acres of quintessentially English…


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May Half-Term Fun & Games at Bolsover Castle

Get ready for a fun-filled outdoor adventure this May half-term!


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Seaside at Crich Tramway Village

Enjoy the fun of the seaside with a fun fair, mini-beach, bingo, crafts, Punch and Judy, etc. Traditional British seaside fun for all the family.


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The Makers’ Market at Denby Pottery Village

The Makers Market' is well known as the leading artisan market in the North-West, and they are bringing a vibrant showcase of local talent and small…


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May Half Term at Hardwick Hall

Come out to play in May! From maypole merriment to building your very own Hardwick, there’s something to keep all the kids entertained during half…


Family Friendly Offers

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The Cupola 'Lords Lunch' £25

An indulgent lunch, comprising of 'The Cupola Club' flame griddled chicken breast, dry cured bacon, melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheese &…


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Kids Eat Free 7 Days a Week at The Robin Hood…

Kids Eat Free at our welcoming family friendly pub!


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10% discount for couples offer for The Orchards!

Warm and spacious cottage surrounded by meadows and bluebell woods. Fabulous views and walks from the door. Close to the picturesque village of Ilam.


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Friday Fish and Fizz at The Scotman's Pack

Enjoy our scrumptious traditional Fish and a glass of fizz


Family Friendly Trails

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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.


Tissington Trail

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


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.


Family Friendly Itineraries

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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.


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.


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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