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 Farm Shop and Café
Fresh, quality produce from the Chatsworth Estate, tenant farms, Derbyshire suppliers and small food producers.
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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 - 5:00pm
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Foresters Bar & Restaurant
The Foresters bar & restaurant offers a wide selection of food and drink and is open 7 days a week.
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Buxton Visitor Centre and Pump Room
Welcome to Buxton’s Visitor Centre at the Pump Room, providing you with information on great places to visit and experiences to enjoy in our town and…
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The Nightingale Centre
Welcome to The Nightingale Centre, a popular destination in Derbyshire for conferences, events, and group accommodation.
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Peak Rail
Discover the Magic of Steam and Diesel- Experience a great day out for all the family!
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Ashbourne Festival
A celebration of some of local, national and international street theatre, musicians, comedians, artists and writers.
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Derbyshire Dales Bus & Train Festival at Peak Rail
Peak Rail Rowsley South Station and grounds, midway between Matlock and Bakewell becomes home once again to Road Transport for the day.
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Great British Car Shows Presents - Vauxhall Day
Vauxhall was a leading British marque from the earliest days of car production
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Hope Show
A celebration of farming, countryside and community, with a wide range of displays, classes and competitions
Family Friendly Offers
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Father's Day Weekend - Adults Go Free! at…
Celebrate Father's Day at Gulliver’s Kingdom. Adult tickets are FREE* throughout Father’s Day Weekend!
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Father’s Day Dad’s Go FREE! at Matlock Farm Park
Join us for a special Father’s Day event! Not only are we treating Dad to FREE ENTRY*, we are also holding a sports day too!
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Father's Day Special - 2 for £30 Adult Admission…
Until 31st July 2026, get TWO museum admission tickets for £30 and enjoy a day out like no other!
Family Friendly Trails
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Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
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.
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.
Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge Walk
This beautiful walk starts and ends in the peaceful Longshaw Estate, owned and managed by the National Trust.
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…
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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