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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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Bosgin Cottage

Bosgin Cottage is a spacious cottage that has been converted from a barn by the owners to a luxury and cosy holiday home.


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The Old Sun Inn

The Old Sun Inn is a 17th-century converted coaching inn with stone floor and oak panelling.


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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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The Robin Hood

The Robin Hood is part of a small group of family-run businesses in the Peak District, including The Bakewell Bakery, The Old Original Bakewell…


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Chatsworth Family Festival

Let imaginations run wild at our family festival.


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Derbyshire Makes Festival

Derbyshire Makes Festival returns in 2026 - bigger, bolder, and bursting with even more opportunities to get creative.


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National Mills Weekend

Get ready for an unforgettable Sunday packed with energy, creativity, and history!


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Cromford Builds - Bricks at the Mill!

Join us for Cromford Builds – Bricks at the Mill! An All-New LEGO® Experience at the historic Cromford Mills


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Family Friendly Trails

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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…


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.


The Phoenix Greenways

Whether you come for the day, a weekend or a longer stay, there is plenty for the family to do, visit and explore. A network of traffic free walking…


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…


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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