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Visitors enjoying a picnic on a fallen tree on the family trail at Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, Derbyshire
Visitors enjoying a picnic at Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, Derbyshire | © National Trust Images / Chris Lacey

Family-friendly places to visit in the Peak District and Derbyshire

Make memories with your family in the special places we care for in the Peak District and Derbyshire, whatever the weather. There's plenty to explore, from cycle trails and organised activities to a country house designed specially for younger visitors.

Entertain the whole family at these places in the Peak District & Derbyshire.

Two children in colourful clothes play on a large tree trunk as part of the natural play trail at Calke Explore, Calke Abbey
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Calke Abbey 

Find inspiration for family days out at Calke Abbey, with natural play trails, cycle hire at Calke Explore, and family activities to keep the kids entertained all year round.

A visitor holding a small child to look over a gate across the estate at Kedleston, with a view of the countryside visible in the background
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Kedleston 

Spend time with family and explore the rolling landscape and miles of unspoilt woodland.

Family competing in the sack race with Hardwick Hall in the background
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Hardwick Hall 

There's plenty for families to do at Hardwick Hall, including seasonal trails, adventuring in the parkland and exploring the house. Find out what's on and plan your visit.

Visitors taking in the view of Thorpe Cloud at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak, Derbyshire
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Ilam and Dovedale 

Ilam, Dovedale and the White Peak has lots of opportunities for a great family day in the outdoors.

Visitors climbing on a tree in the Owler Tor area of Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, Derbyshire
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Longshaw 

Longshaw Estate, is a stunning backdrop for a family adventure in the great outdoors. Find out about the things you can do with your family, and look out for our seasonal activities throughout the year.

Two children look at notecards as they take part in an activity inside Sudbury Hall
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The Children's Country House 

The Children's Country House has been created with children at the heart and there is always something to discover, explore and learn for families.

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.

Discover more in the Peak District and Derbyshire

Historic houses, arts and crafts cottages and the spectacular Peak District make up this varied part of the Midlands.