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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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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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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Peak Village
Peak Village is in the picturesque village of Rowsley, just a couple of miles from Chatsworth and Bakewell.
Open today: 10:00am - 5:30pm
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Crowden Camping and Caravanning Club Site
In the heart of walking country, the site is at the end of a challenging stretch of the Pennine Way with incredible views of the Peak District…
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Blakelow Farm
Peak District luxury getaways at Blakelow Farm. Set in Winster with glorious views towards Chatsworth House & Park. Dog friendly with paddock &…
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Acclimbatize Ltd
From climbing to caving, team building to canoeing and many more, there’s sure to be an activity for you.
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Nine Ladies Stone Circle
A small early Bronze Age stone circle traditionally believed to depict nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday.
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Artbourne Art Trail - Ashbourne
Artbourne is a brand-new art trail taking over Ashbourne for one special weekend. Over 100 artists will exhibit across 20+ venues, turning shops,…
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May Half Term at Hardwick
Come out to play in May! From maypole merriment to careful crafting, there’s something new to explore at Hardwick this half term!
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Roar-some Dino Half-term at Thornbridge Estate
Get ready for a tricera-tops day out the whole family will love! This half-term, Thornbridge Estate is going Jurassic.
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Half price Kids at The Heights of Abraham
Have you seen our latest offer? On selected dates during May Half Term, kids are half price!
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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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Pay once and visit The National Tramway Museum…
Explore tramway history and ride vintage trams where history comes to life.
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Summer Half Term – Kids Go FREE at Great British…
At Half Term we let the Kids in for FREE!
Family Friendly Trails
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Heights of Abraham to Matlock Walk
Take this short walk from the Peak District Mining Museum at Matlock Bath to Matlock via the Heights of Abraham and Masson Hill.
Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
Biking and birdsong around Carsington cycle route
A medium difficulty cycle route around Carsington Water.
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…
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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: 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.
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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