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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Great British Car Journey
Step back in time at Great British Car Journey, an award-winning interactive attraction in Derbyshire. Explore over 150 iconic British cars, uncover…
Open today: 9:30am - 4:00pm
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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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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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Manor House Farm Cottages
Four lovingly restored stone cottages in the tranquil setting of Sheldon in the Peak District; and just look at that view!
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Speedwell Cavern
A fascinating boat ride through the workings of a 200-year-old lead mine in the heart of the Peak District National Park. It culminates in a…
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Beech Croft Farm Caravan & Camping Park and…
Beech Croft farm is a small, rural, friendly, family-run caravan and camping site located between Buxton & Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District…
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Strutt's North Mill
This 1804, iron-framed, fire-proof cotton spinning mill is the forerunner of the modern skyscraper.
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The Polar Express at Churnet Valley Railway
Experience THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride this Christmas at the Churnet Valley Railway
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Christmas at Chatsworth
Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth. Pre-booking essential.
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Lights of Abraham
This winter, experience the Heights of Abraham in a brand new light as we present our stunning light trail
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Biddulph Christmas Lights Switch On
The Garden Town of Staffordshire’s Christmas celebrations begin with the Lights Switch On.
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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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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…
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Christmas stay for 2 people at Farditch Farm.
Affordable 4 night break over Christmas for 2 people in Cheedale Lodge
Family Friendly Trails
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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.
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Biking and birdsong around Carsington cycle route
A medium difficulty cycle route around Carsington Water.
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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.
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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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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.
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.
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