Not only is a walk great exercise but it’s easy on the pocket too as you don’t have to splash too much cash on keeping your children occupied for a couple of hours.
We’ve compiled a list of 20 easy, child-friendly walks in the Peak District and beyond, with the help of outdoor adventure website AllTrails where you can find the full details and lots more hikes to suit all abilities.
5. Longshaw Estate Burbage Brook Circular
This 3.4km trail is great for little legs and takes an average 54 minutes to complete. Tamitha Schroeder wrote: "A great easy trail, especially with small children. A long uphill climb (gradual) no matter which way you go." Photo: AllTrails
6. Linacre Reservoirs Circular Walk
This 4.7km trail around the three reservoirs at Linacre, near Chesterfield, should take an average 1hour 16 minutes to complete. Laura Kirkham posted: "Nice and easy, so good for kids and dogs." Photo: AllTrails
7. The Crashed Plane and Higher Stones Circular
Track down the final resting place of an American bomber plane in the hills near Glossop on this 6.1km walk that should take an average 1hour 42 minutes. Rebecca Snowden wrote: "Nice easy route along the paved path. Stunning views across the moors." Photo: AllTrails
8. Bamford Edge Ladybower Circular
This trail offers amazing views of Ladybower Reservoir and is a little steep so is more suitable for older children who like a challenge. Allow at least 1hour 55minutes to complete the 5.5km route. Per Gullestrup posted: "Not an easy family walk, but an excellent hike." Photo: AllTrails