Derby for Families
Derby is a great place for a family stay, offering plenty to enjoy right on your doorstep. From free museums and parks to shopping, cinemas, and festivals, there’s something for everyone. It’s also an ideal base for visiting top nearby attractions.
Fun for the Kids
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Water Park
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Arena
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Heights of Abraham
National Tramway Museum
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Markeaton Park
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Alvaston Park
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Freddy's Play Kingdom
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Infinity Parks Derby
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
Events for Families
12
Sep
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The Year of Wright Trail
12
Sep
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Lara Croft: 30 Years On - From Derby to Global Icon
27
Sep
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Derby Farmers' Market
14
Nov
Salsa Extravaganza with Dance Cubana
12
Sep
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Derby Riverboat Trips
12
Sep
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Tram Weekend
12
Sep
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Matlock Bath Illuminations 2026
12
Sep
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Be Like Blippi
17
Sep
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Shrek the Musical
19
Sep
Heritage Open Days Festival – Heritage Skills Day
26
Sep
Roll Play - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
QUAD's 18th Birthday Celebration
26
Sep
Refuse - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
Sound Board - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
Derby Festé
26
Sep
A.I.Thentic - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
Big Dog Buddy - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
Derby Festé at Derby Market Hall
26
Sep
World Wanderer - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
The Peacock and The Princess - Part of Derby Feste 2026
26
Sep
CAGED - Part of Derby Feste
03
Oct
Meet the Local Defence Volunteers! 1940’s Re-enactment
03
Oct
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Autumn on the Farm
03
Oct
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Pumpkin Village
Family-friendly Places to Eat
The Spice Lounge
The Coffee House at Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Good Thai Derby
Café 42
Houseboat
The Engine Room
Bluebells Ice Cream Parlour
The Elephant and Peacock
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Hickory's Smokehouse Derby
Lotus Indian Kitchen
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Factory Food Court
Bustler Derby
Nando's Market Place
The Lamp House
Nando's Derbion
QUAD Bar & Lounge
Anoki
The Kitchen
Mount Everest
Caffè Nero Derby
MoonSha
Pizza Express Irongate
Family Shopping
Accommodation
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Nightingale Quarter
Cotels@The Millhouse Serviced Apartments
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Premier Inn Derby Riverlights
The Stay Company Friar Gate
The Stay Company Derby Central
Premier Inn Derby City Centre
Pride Apartments
The Coach House Derby
Bay Tree Apartments
The Stay Company Dalby House
Sublime Stays
Holiday Cottages Derby
Morley Hayes Hotel
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
Hayeswood Lodge Luxury Accommodation
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