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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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Chatsworth Escape Cottages

Welcome to a selection of holiday Escape Cottages in some of England’s most beautiful surroundings. We have homes big and small, traditional and…


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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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Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park

Gulliver’s Valley Resort opened in 2020 and is located next to Rother Valley Country Park in South Yorkshire. Discover rides and attractions designed…


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Middle Farm Holiday Cottages

We have 2 self catering holiday cottages - Maigold Cottage and Albertine Barn. They are situated in a rural hamlet of Brushfield, in the heart of the…


Family Friendly Events

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Matlock Bath Illuminations

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent.


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Peak District Highland Games at Matlock Farm Park

Come and see the country’s leading strongmen and mighty strongwomen compete in this hugely popular Peak District and Derbyshire annual event!


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Chatsworth Country Fair

Featuring grand ring displays in the air and on land, demos from celebrity chefs, plus family entertainment. Featuring grand ring displays in the air…


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Cromford Mills Comic Con 2026

Fans of pop culture will once again be converging at Cromford Mills for another Cromford Mills Comic-Con!


Family Friendly Offers

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Half price Kids this Summer at Peak Wildlife Park

This Summer child entry tickets are HALF PRICE* – making it the perfect time to plan an unforgettable family day out!


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SAVE 15% off at Go Ape Buxton

15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Buxton


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Unmissable August Deal in the Peak District at…

Affordable prices from 3 nights at Endmoor Farmhouse (Sleeps 8) this August!


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Kids Go Half Price This Summer at The Heights of…

Enjoy 'high' savings at the Heights of Abraham this summer- when you book 7 days in advance, kids go half price!


Family Friendly Trails

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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.


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…


High Peak Trail

A 17.5 mile walking, cycling and horse-riding route.


Walking trail - Howden Reservoir

If you’re after a relaxing walk which allows you to soak up some of the Peak District’s natural beauty, without climbing a single hill, the walk to…


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…


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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