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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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Blue John Cavern

The World Famous Blue John Cavern is the largest of 2 caverns in the world which home Blue John Stone.


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The Hide Hotel

The Peak District begins here, where locally crafted interiors are inspired by the surrounding hills and heritage, featuring artworks and objects…


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Bolehill Farm Cottages

Bolehill Cottages comprise of modern dog-friendly barn conversions wrapped around a tranquil courtyard set within 20 acres of Peak District National…


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Atlow Mill

Atlow Mill - beautifully appointed holiday homes for groups of 8 - 10 people, tucked away in their own private valley surrounded by rolling hills, a…


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Artbourne Art Trail - Ashbourne

Artbourne is a brand-new art trail taking over Ashbourne for one special weekend. Over 100 artists will exhibit across 20+ venues, turning shops,…


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Belper Food and Drink Festival – BELPER 250

A Free Wonderful Food & Fair in Beautiful Belper!


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May Half Term at Hardwick

Come out to play in May! From maypole merriment to careful crafting, there’s something new to explore at Hardwick this half term!


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Belper Goes Green-Community, Eco & Arts…

Belper Goes Green returns bringing three brilliant days of community spirit, live music, great food, creativity & eco-inspired ideas to Belper


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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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Park, Play and Make Summer Memories at Tatton…

Spend long summer days at Tatton Park and enjoy better value than ever with the return of their summer park and play pass


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Pay once and visit The National Tramway Museum…

Explore tramway history and ride vintage trams where history comes to life.


Family Friendly Trails

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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.


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.


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…


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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