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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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Churnet Valley Railway

Climb onboard a stunning heritage carriage, based on traditional designs from the 1950s and 60s on the Churnet Valley Railway.


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Jackson's Farm Holidays

Jackson Farm Holidays have two beautiful farm holiday cottage sites located on their family farm, and a stylish bungalow set in a popular village


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Scotsman's Pack Inn

The Scotsman's Pack is located in the beautiful gritstone village of Hathersage in the Peak District National Park.


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National Forest Adventure Farm

A day of adventure awaits at the National Forest Adventure Farm, whatever the weather.


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Seaside at Crich Tramway Village

Enjoy the fun of the seaside with a fun fair, mini-beach, bingo, crafts, Punch and Judy, etc. Traditional British seaside fun for all the family.


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May Half-Term Fun & Games at Bolsover Castle

Get ready for a fun-filled outdoor adventure this May half-term!


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Walk Up Weekends at The Heights of Abraham

To celebrate National Walking Month, join our living history actors on a historic walk up to the Heights!


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Wizard Training School at Matlock Farm Park

Calling all aspiring young wizards and witches… Would you like to become trained in wizardry and have a jolly fun old time in the process?


Family Friendly Offers

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Kids Eat Free 7 Days a Week at The Robin Hood…

Kids Eat Free at our welcoming family friendly pub!


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The Cupola 'Lords Lunch' £25

An indulgent lunch, comprising of 'The Cupola Club' flame griddled chicken breast, dry cured bacon, melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheese &…


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Friday Fish and Fizz at The Scotman's Pack

Enjoy our scrumptious traditional Fish and a glass of fizz


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Discounted Pizza and drink offers - Takeaway or…

Enjoy authentic Neapolitan woodfired pizzas, matched to specially selected artisan beers, larges and ciders. Drinks are sourced from Peak Ales, a…


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


Monsal Trail

An iconic traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users.


Whaley Bridge Town Trail

Take the time to find out more about the history of the town and the surrounding area. See how Whaley Bridge’s industry developed.


Hartington - The Dales of the River Dove Walk

This beautiful walk starts and ends in the pretty Peak District village of Hartington and takes you beside the sparkling River Dove through some of…


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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