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Family fun, whatever the weather | © Tom Soper

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.

Winter in the Peak District and Derbyshire

Enjoy the magic of the season as a family with a whole host of adventures and activities at National Trust places near you.

Family-friendly things to do at Hardwick 

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.

Family with lanterns at Hardwick, Derbyshire

Family-friendly things to do at Calke Abbey 

Make magical family memories at Calke Abbey this winter – from outdoor adventures and frosty walks to twinkling lights and festive fun for everyone.

Children touching the wooden hedgehogs on the Winter Woodland Walk, Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire

Family days out at Ilam Park and the White Peak 

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

A child wrapped up in winter clothes sliding down a snowy hillside in a sled at Clent Hills, Worcestershire

Family fun at Kedleston 

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

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Family-friendly things to do at 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 The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

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 in the garden in winter at Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire

Family-friendly things to do at Foremark 

Entertain the whole family at Foremark this winter. Wrap up warm for a frosty walk, burn off energy in the play area, and have a go at '50 things before you're 11¾'.

Visitors in the woodland in winter at Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside, Cheshire

Family-friendly things to do at Staunton Harold 

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

A young boy playing on a slide in the playground at Staunton Harold
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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