From seaside fun at a landlocked visitor attraction to bulding fabulous creations out of Lego, there’s plenty to keep children entertained without breaking the bank.
Derbyshire is renowned for its beautiful countryside, towns and villages and with the weather warming up, there’s little reason to stay at home.
5. Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington
Escape into the great outdoors and experience bushcraft such as making an outdoor shelter, keeping warm, cooking on an open fire and making a simple tool to take home with you. The family bushcraft session on Monday, May 29, from 1pm to 3pm at Carsington Water Visitor Centre is suitable for ages 4 to 11 years and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets cost £10 and parking for the day is included. Book at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/family-bushcraft-event-tickets-560531162797 (generic photo: Adobe Stock/Kuzmichstudio) Photo: Adobe Stock/Kuzmichstudio
6. Cromford Mill, Cromford
Cromford Builds on bank holiday Monday, May 29, is the chance for families to join in a day of Lego-themed activities at Cromford Mills. There will be master builders, light-up models and brick pits. Sessions start at 10am, 12noon and 2pm. Cost: £2.50 per person with advanced booking, £4 per person on the day, under 3s free. Book online at www.cromfordmills.org.uk/cromford-builds (generic photo: Adobe Stock/Marikun Lavrishko) Photo: Adobe Stock/Marikun Lavrishko
7. Peak Cavern, Castleton
Watch The Dark Knight (cert 12) or Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (cert PG) in the atmospheric surroundings of Peak Cavern where the former will be screened on Saturday, May 28 and the latter on Sunday, May 29. Both shows start at 8pm. Tickets £23 (adult), £19 (child under 16), £76 (family ticket). Book at www.thevillagescreen.com/whats-on Photo: Nathan Dainty
8. Crooked Spire Church, Chesterfield
Take a trip up the tower at Chesterfield's Crooked Spire Church and enjoy a magnificent bird's-eye view of the town. Tours run on Friday and Saturdays throughout the spring and summer including May 28 and 29, June 2 and 3, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Photo: Destination Chesterfield