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Family walk through a decorated Christmas arch outside
Enjoy a Christmas walk with the family at Kedleston | © National Trust/Darren Cresswell

Christmas in the Peak District and Derbyshire

With frosty landscapes, twinkling trees and visits with Father Christmas, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the festive season near you around the Peak District and Derbyshire.

Top Christmas days out near the Peak District and Derbyshire

Christmas at Calke Abbey 

From festive decorations in the house and tunnels to Christmas markets and seasonal treats, discover how you can celebrate the holiday season at Calke Abbey.

A warmly lit, brightly decorated Christmas tree stands at the bottom of the main staircase at Calke Abbey.

Christmas at Hardwick Hall 

Make magical memories at Hardwick Wintertide in 2026.

Christmas Display at Hardwick, Derbyshire featuring a lit up blossom tree, surrounded by mirror plinths and lanterns.

Christmas at Kedleston 

Visit Kedleston Hall for a traditional Christmas. Enjoy a festive walk around the parkland, visit the Hall or try some seasonal festive food. There's fun for all the family.

A light projection of a grand house shines on an ornate ceiling

Christmas at Longshaw 

Longshaw takes on a magical atmosphere at Christmas time, where you can create special memories buying one of our Christmas trees and take part in all sorts of events from wreath-making sessions to children’s craft activities.

Family outside smiling and looking at handmade wooden reindeer

Christmas at Lyme 

Get into the festive spirit with family friendly adventures at Lyme this winter. In the house, discover The World at Christmas, celebrating the different traditions across the globe. Listen to choirs in the Courtyard and tuck into a festive afternoon tea after enjoying a wintery stroll around the garden.

Christmas decorations in the secondhand bookshop at Lyme, Cheshire

Christmas at Ilam Park 

Visit Ilam Park this festive season and enjoy a range of Christmas themed events, activities and trails.

A mum and dad outside with their young girl who is holding up a leaf and wearing a Christmas dress

All Christmas days out in the Peak District and Derbyshire

    A blue and purple sky reflected in a large expanse of water with a small silhouetted jetty jutting into the water on the bottom left and a silhouetted twiggy tree branch in the top left. In the distance are snow-capped hills, bathing in morning sunlight.

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