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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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Clay Cross Active Leisure Centre

With a main swimming pool and a children's pool, a gym and sports hall and we also have squash courts and badminton courts.


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The Bareca at Bike & Boot Leisure Hotels

The Bareca (Bar-restaurant-café) is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner to both residents and non-residents serving a Mediterranean style menu,…


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Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire Monsal Trail

CLOSED -repening Spring 2027 Cycle hire from the start of the magnificent Monsal Trail, 3 miles from Buxton. Temporary closed


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Gulliver’s Kingdom Resort – Themed Accommodation

Gulliver’s Kingdom Resort is home to a fabulous selection of self-contained family accommodation. You’ll be staying just steps away from Gulliver’s…


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Peak District Highland Games at Matlock Farm Park

Come and see the country’s leading strongmen and mighty strongwomen compete in this hugely popular Peak District and Derbyshire annual event!


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Chatsworth Country Fair

Featuring grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs, plus family entertainment. Featuring grand ring displays in the air…


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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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Moofest at Bluebell Dairy

We can't wait for you to join us for a summer of fun and for you to enjoy all of our new activities, especially for 2026!


Family Friendly Offers

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Half price Kids this Summer at Peak Wildlife Park

This Summer child entry tickets are HALF PRICE* – making it the perfect time to plan an unforgettable family day out!


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Late availability at Hoe Grange Holidays

Looking for a last minute countryside escape? Great value summer stays still available.


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Kids Go Half Price This Summer at The Heights of…

Enjoy 'high' savings at the Heights of Abraham this summer- when you book 7 days in advance, kids go half price!


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SAVE 15% off at Go Ape Buxton

15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Buxton


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.


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.


Bakewell Children's Walk

This short walk takes you around the beautiful old town of Bakewell, with plenty of opportunities for adventurous kids to explore.


High Peak Trail

A 17.5 mile walking, cycling and horse-riding route.


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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