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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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Peak Village

Peak Village is nestled in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside in the picturesque village of Rowsley, just a stone’s throw from Chatsworth House…


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Matlock Farm Park Riding School

Enjoy horse riding in the beautiful surroundings of Matlock Farm Park, with views over to Riber Castle.


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The Carriage House

The Carriage House is a beautifully restored building of its namesake, nestled right in the heart of the enchanting Ashford Hall Estate. This luxury…


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Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire

A family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air.


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Circus Cortex presents 'Masquerade' at Bakewell

Join us for a mesmerising 'Masquerade' extravaganza, Fun for all the family!!


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Cable Car 40th Birthday Party at The Heights of…

Come and enjoy a birthday party like no other! It's 40 years since the original cable cars were installed at the Heights!


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Easter Eggstravaganza at The National Forest…

Join us for ‘Easter Eggstravaganza’ at the National Forest Adventure Farm!


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Cheadle Moon

Cheadle Moon: Museum of the Moon Exhibition


Family Friendly Offers

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Special Offer

30% off food* at The Maynard

Dine away the January Blues with 30% off food* at The Maynard


Family Friendly Trails

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Manifold Way

A favourite for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.


Heights of Abraham to Matlock Walk

Take this short walk from the Peak District Mining Museum at Matlock Bath to Matlock via the Heights of Abraham and Masson Hill.


Peak District Children's Walks from Castleton

This 4 mile walk in the hills around Castleton is perfect for adventurous kids and their adults


Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge Walk

This beautiful walk starts and ends in the peaceful Longshaw Estate, owned and managed by the National Trust.


Family Friendly Itineraries

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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…


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.


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