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.
Featured Family Friendly Businesses
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District, with stunning views…
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Chatsworth Farm Shop and Café
Fresh, quality produce from the Chatsworth Estate, tenant farms, Derbyshire suppliers and small food producers.
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Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
Discover Poole’s Cavern, Buxton’s Hidden Wonder. Take a Journey beneath the earth with our expert guides who will reveal the amazing stories of…
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The Robin Hood
The Robin Hood is part of a small group of family-run businesses in the Peak District, including The Bakewell Bakery, The Old Original Bakewell…
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George's Cottage
Experience the charm of a traditional 19th Century Peak District cottage. Nestled in the heart of Derbyshire, stunning views and a tranquil escape.
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Dovedale Cottages
Pretty country cottage, lovingly restored. Nestling in an idyllic and peaceful setting. Warm, cosy, full of character. Wonderful rambles from door to…
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Casa Hotel
Situated in the heart of the historic market town Chesterfield. Casa Hotel is your ultimate destination for luxury and comfort.
Family Friendly Events
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Love Locker Launch Weekend at Thornbridge Estate
See the Bakewell Love Locks in their new forever home!
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Half Term History Makers at Bolsover Castle
Join characters from the past for heritage-inspired hijinks and hands-on shenanigans at Bolsover Castle this half term.
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Conkers Light Trail
See Conkers Forest lit up at Dusk! Brighten up your winter weekends with the magical Winter Light Walk at Conkers!
Family Friendly Offers
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Kids Stay Free with breakfast included - this…
Kids under 12 stay for free over half term at Bike & Boot!
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10% discount for couples offer for The Orchards!
Warm and spacious cottage surrounded by meadows and bluebell woods. Fabulous views and walks from the door. Close to the picturesque village of Ilam.
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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…
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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 &…
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.
Tissington Trail
A popular Peak District route running for 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay where it is joined by High Peak Junction
A Stroll along Cromford Canal
A walk along the old canal tow path on the five mile stretch through the Derwent Valley between Ambergate and Cromford passing through the village 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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