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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Treak Cliff Cavern
Visit an underground wonderland of stalactites and stalagmites, rocks, minerals and fossils. Home of the unique mineral Blue John stone
Open today: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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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…
Open today: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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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!
Open today: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Gulliver's Kingdom Theme Park
Discover a beautiful family-run theme park that is perfect for younger children. We have over 60 rides and attractions including play areas…
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Croft Farm Holiday Cottages
Three high quality barn conversions set around a peaceful courtyard setting in the Southern Peak District. Direct access to the High Peak Trail for…
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On The Bridge Cafe- New Mills
Independent café in New Mills near the Torrs riverside, serving exceptional coffee and a seasonal menu made with locally sourced, seasonal…
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The Barrel Inn
A traditional Derbyshire country inn, dating back to 1597. With five en-suite bedrooms it is the perfect place to stay.
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Cromford Steam Rally
Derbyshire’s premier steam heritage and vintage rally, showcasing the very best in steam, transport and leisure industries
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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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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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Manifold Valley Agricultural Show
The Manifold Valley Agricultural Society was formed in 1980 to foster competition and fellowship within the rural community of the parishes bounding…
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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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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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…
Family Friendly Trails
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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…
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.
Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge Walk
This beautiful walk starts and ends in the peaceful Longshaw Estate, owned and managed by the National Trust.
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.
Family Friendly Itineraries
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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.
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.
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