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Family Days Out in Derbyshire

Driving or walking over the magnificent moors and past the rugged peaks of the Peak district is part of any family day out in Derbyshire. Add in the wealth of picturesque spa towns like Matlock or Buxton, stately homes like the magnificent Chatsworth, Haddon Hall in Bakewell or Hardwick Hall in Chesterfield and the child friendly museums and important industrial centres like Derby and you have the right ingredients to appeal to all family members whatever their ages.

Recommended family days out in Derbyshire

Denby Pottery Visitor Centre If you have a nascent chef in the family there are free daily cookery demonstrations to enjoy, and as you would expect there also pottery and pottery making on display. Check out their website to find and regular events. Refreshments are served in Bourne's Restaurant and for small chil...
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Haddon Hall One of the oldest Country Houses in England has been owned by the same family since the 1500's, and is a good choice for a family outing. Its lovely gardens are great to walk around and the Hall itself, which has been the setting for countless TV and film dramas, is of great interest...
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Chestnut Centre Otter Haven & Owl Sanctuary Otters and owls? The centre advertises itself as 'unique' and with this curious combination it certainly is! Providing a very different and fascinating outing for the family. Within a lovely garden you will be able to see Europe's largest groups of otters and owls together with o...
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Peak Cavern Stalagmites and stalactites - do you remember which is which? Whichever way they point, they are always impressive and they are displayed at their best by the effective fibre-optic lighting throughout this natural cave system. Your family will enjoy the riverside walk to the ca...
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Derby Museum of Industry & History There's no trouble at this mill, quite the contrary, this former silk mill has transformed itself into a fascinating museum for the whole family. The history of Derby's rich industrial heritage, from silk weaving to the development of Rolls-Royce aero engines is on display here and part...
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