Peak District attractions: 19 of the best places for family day trips across Derbyshire and the Peak District during the Christmas holiday

By Tom Hardwick

Trainee reporter

Published 16th Dec 2024, 13:19 GMT

These are some of the best things to do across Derbyshire and the Peak District over the Christmas holidays – perfect for those looking to keep their family entertained.

Derbyshire and the Peak District are perfect places to spend some time with your family during the Christmas break.

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These are some of the best places to visit across Derbyshire

1. Festive days out

These are some of the best places to visit across Derbyshire Photo: Brian Eyre

Chatsworth House is one of the Peak District’s most recognisable landmarks - and there is plenty to keep the family entertained here.

2. Chatsworth House

Chatsworth House is one of the Peak District’s most recognisable landmarks - and there is plenty to keep the family entertained here. Photo: Brian Eyre

Osmaston is a fairytale village near Ashbourne, complete with thatched cottages and stunning woodland. Visitors should head to Osmaston Park for a glimpse of the picturesque old sawmill.

3. Osmaston Sawmill

Osmaston is a fairytale village near Ashbourne, complete with thatched cottages and stunning woodland. Visitors should head to Osmaston Park for a glimpse of the picturesque old sawmill. Photo: cc-by-sa/2.0 - © John Sutton - geograph.org.uk/p/6164714

There is plenty to do and see for families at Carsington Water.

4. Carsington Water

There is plenty to do and see for families at Carsington Water. Photo: Photo © Alan Heardman (cc-by-sa/2.0)

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