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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Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground
The farmyard at Chatsworth has been a favourite day out for children of all ages since 1973.
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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire
Cafe & Cycle Hire on the Monsal Trail near Bakewell
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Chatsworth
Chatsworth is a place to learn, explore and create in the heart of the Peak District National Park.
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Rivendale Lodge Retreat
From lodges to treehouses, you can enjoy your time here sitting in your private hot tub or tucking into some food at the restaurant.
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The Royal Oak Campsite
A family-friendly site in the heart of the Peak District and located next to the High Peak and Tissington Trail, offering easy access to scenic walks…
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Pavilion Arts Centre
A wonderful Grade 2 Listed Building with 23 acres of beautiful Victorian landscaped gardens, in the centre of Buxton
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Callow Top Holiday Park
Popular family holiday park within walking distance of Ashbourne. Swimming pool, play area, fishing. Pub serving good food & a wide selection of…
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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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Chesterfield Fireworks Extravaganza
Enjoy a spectacular firework display that lights up the sky with incredible bursts of colour.
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Diwali at Kedleston Hall
Widely anticipated, and a cherished highlight in Kedleston Hall’s calendar each year, Diwali returns with a joyful programme of events and a…
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Fireworks Night at The OurCoop County Ground
Fireworks Night is getting a new look for 2026 - Fireworks Weekend!
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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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Early November stay for up to 8 people at Endmoor…
Affordable 4 night break for family or friends in Endmoor Farmhouse
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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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Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
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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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Monsal Trail
An iconic traffic free route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users.
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Peak District Children's Walks from Castleton
This 4 mile walk in the hills around Castleton is perfect for adventurous kids and their adults
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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