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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.

Family playing on a giant pop-up bed in a field of long grass.

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Calke Abbey

Enjoy family days out at Calke Abbey this summer. Discover a world of adventure in the Garden of Imagination, take on the balance bike course, go wild in the natural play area or ride along the Tramway Trail.

Kids enjoying the Summer of Play at Hardwick, running through the pompom covered tunnel to get to the haybales

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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.

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Kedleston

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

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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.

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 looking at mushrooms in the woodland 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.

Image shows a woman reaching to hit a shuttlecock during a game of badminton. In the background you can see another family playing on the grass overlooking the water at Foremark

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Family-friendly things to do at Foremark

Entertain the whole family at Foremark this summer. Discover outdoor games, channel your inner performer in circus skills workshops and cool down with an ice cream from the kiosk before doing it all again.

A family with a pushchair and a dog walking along a path through a section of green trees

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Family-friendly things to do at Staunton Harold

Find inspiration for family days out at Staunton Harold this summer. Discover outdoor games, let your imagination run wild in the den building area and stop for a bite to eat in the café.