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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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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Matlock Farm Park Riding School
Enjoy horse riding in the beautiful surroundings of Matlock Farm Park, with views over to Riber Castle.
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Matlock Farm Park
Step into a day of fresh air, fun, and unforgettable family memories at Matlock Farm Park where the countryside comes alive with hands-on adventure!
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Middle Farm Holiday Cottages
We have 2 self catering holiday cottages - Maigold Cottage and Albertine Barn. They are situated in a rural hamlet of Brushfield, in the heart of the…
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Casa Hotel
Situated in the heart of the historic market town Chesterfield. Casa Hotel is your ultimate destination for luxury and comfort.
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National Forest Adventure Farm
A day of adventure awaits at the National Forest Adventure Farm, whatever the weather.
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Sheffield Cable Waterski and Aqua Park
The largest cable and aqua park in the North of England.
Family Friendly Events
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Teddy Bear's Picnic at the National Tramway Museum
See what our busy Teddy Bears are doing this year in our fabulous teddy bear trail
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Best Pumpkin Picking in Derby at Bluebell Dairy
The best day out for pumpkin picking in Derby this autumn!
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Matlock Bath Illuminations
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.
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Halloween half-term at Bolsover Castle
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Bolsover Castle this half-term.
Family Friendly Offers
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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…
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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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Travel by bus and save
Leave the car at home - many of our attractions offer discounts
Family Friendly Trails
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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.
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Walking trail - Howden Reservoir
If you’re after a relaxing walk which allows you to soak up some of the Peak District’s natural beauty, without climbing a single hill, the walk to…
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Biking and birdsong around Carsington cycle route
A medium difficulty cycle route around Carsington Water.
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Ladybower Reservoir Cycle Route
This scenic family-friendly cycling route takes you around part of Ladybower Reservoir in the Peak District's Upper Derwent Valley.
Family Friendly Itineraries
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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…
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.
A Day out in the National Forest by bus
The Diamond 22 bus service takes you into the heart of the National Forest.
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.
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