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Family Days Out in Derbyshire

38 family-friendly activities — zoos, theme parks, soft play, museums and more.

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Bolsover Castle
Ages 6–16

Bolsover Castle

History Museums · Bolsover, Derbyshire

4.6 (6,643)
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Haddon Hall
Ages 0–16

Haddon Hall

Castles · Bakewell, Derbyshire

4.6 (2,773)
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Cruise Circle
Ages 0–16

Cruise Circle

River Cruises · Bolsover, Derbyshire

4.9 (647)
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Tapton Lock
Ages 0–16

Tapton Lock

Canal Boat Trips · Chesterfield, Derbyshire

4.5 (538)
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Board & Bean
Ages 0–16

Board & Bean

Indoor Rainy-Day Activities · Chesterfield, Derbyshire

4.8 (126)
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Peak Lines
Ages 0–16

Peak Lines

Sports & Active Fun · Bakewell, Derbyshire

5 (103)
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Lambs Glamping
Ages 0–16

Lambs Glamping

Glamping · Chesterfield, Derbyshire

4.7 (64)
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Things to do by town in Derbyshire

Things to do in Chesterfield Things to do in Bakewell Things to do in Bolsover

Planning a family day out in Derbyshire?

Derbyshire has something for every family — from indoor soft play and rainy-day museums to outdoor adventure parks, zoos, and farm attractions. Whether you're looking for free things to do with kids or a special occasion treat, our 38-strong guide covers the best family-friendly activities across Derbyshire.

Use the filters above to browse by activity type, or search by town to find activities close to home. Many listings include age ranges, pricing information, and opening hours so you can plan your trip before you go.