What a fantastic time we had canoeing in the Peak District with Peaks and Paddles (well technically, just outside the Peak District)! A two hour family canoe session takes you along the Cromford Canal near Matlock, with expert tuition on paddle technique and some very fun games. Our boys (ages 5 and 6) had an…
Come face to face with exotic and endangered animals from across the world, including penguins, lemurs, meercats, zebras, deer and lots of farm animals at Peak Wildlife Park! It’s one of the top days out in the Peak District. Kids will love the walk through areas where you can venture inside animal enclosures, and they…
Three Shires Head is where the counties of Derbyshire, Cheshire and Staffordshire meet at a waterfall and collection of pools on the River Dane. It’s a stunning spot and a favourite Peak District wild swimming location. Even on a cloudy day it’s perfect for a picnic and paddle; kids will spend ages walking over the…
Want to avoid the whinges and cover some distance on your family walk? These are our top tips for hiking with kids under 5 and hiking with toddlers. Geared with an OS Map, good hiking boots, and a flask of hot chocolate and marshmallows, a Peak District family walk is a wonderful way to spend…
The Monsal Trail is one of the best Peak District cycle routes for families as it’s traffic free and relatively flat. Plus with all the long tunnels to cycle through, it makes for a very fun ride! If you’re planning to cycle the Monsal Trail and want to learn more, then read on… For those…
The Peak District may be landlocked and a fair drive to the coast, but with the fresh rivers weaving their way around the dales, there are some superb wild swimming spots to be found. But with young kids especially, you need to know that the current isn’t too fast, that the water is easy to…
The Peak District National Park is a wonderful destination for a UK staycation. Spend your days walking through the dales, cycling along the miles upon miles of disused railways tracks, or enjoy one of the many superb family days out the Peak District has to offer, such as Heights of Abraham or Poole’s Cavern. But…
Step back in time with a stroll around Crich Tramway Village, ride a vintage tram through the Derbyshire Dales and enjoy one of the best things to do in the Peak District with kids. As Peak District locals, Crich Tramway Museum has to be one of our favourite days out. We regularly take our boys…
The Peak District may be landlocked with a distinct lack of salty sea air, but there are some fantastic spots for a refreshing dip and paddle with the kids. If you’re looking for the best paddling and wild swimming Peak District locations, then grab your swimmers and a towel, and read on. On a warm…
Looking for things to do on a Peak District rainy day? Or more specifically Peak District indoor activities? Then read on… The Peak District is a dream for families who love the outdoors. Whether it’s a family walk, cycling along one disused railway lines, or visiting a farm or country estate, there are so many…