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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.

Summer of Play across Derbyshire and the Peak District

Ready for a fun-filled summer? Take part in Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank, and create memories with the whole family. However you choose to play, your adventure starts today.

Hardwick Hall 

Take a trip back in time to enjoy some Elizabethan themed entertainment activities, including: a chance to don a costume on one of our Elizabethan stages, make a tune on our music station, or challenge a friend to a mini jousting tournament!

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

Ilam Park 

Come and join in the fun at Ilam Park's biggest and most adventurous Summer of Play yet. There's something for all ages to enjoy; from exciting outdoor play events and Mud kitchen to a Ribbon Maze, dance and music.

A woman and two children enjoying a sack race in sunny countryside

Longshaw 

Have lots of fun at Longshaw's action-packed Summer of Play. Families will be spoilt for choice – with games, crafts, sports and activities including soft archery and orienteering. You can even try your hand at family folk dance sessions.

A young girl and two young boys taking part in a bean bag throwing competition outdoors in the sunshine

Children's Country House 

The Children's Country House will be transformed into three-themed play zones this summer, packed with activities for both the young and the young-at-heart to get stuck into. Take part in active challenges on the front lawn, play carnival and board games in the Stableyard and let your imagination come to life in the Gardens with a mixture of role play, trails and music making to get involved with.

A mother and baby sitting on grass under multi-coloured bunting.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Kedleston 

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

A family enjoying a picnic

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.

Children playing on a lawn

Ilam and Dovedale 

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

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

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.

Visitors looking at mushrooms in the woodland area of Longshaw, Burbage and the Eastern Moors, Derbyshire

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.

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

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.

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