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
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Water Park
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Derby Arena
Heights of Abraham
National Tramway Museum
Kedleston Hall
Pride Park Stadium
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Derby Theatre
BMX at Alvaston Park
Midland Railway Study Centre
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Chester Green
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Darley Park
Locko Park
Alvaston Park
Showcase Cinema De Lux
Events for Families
Derby Riverboat Trips
22
Apr
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Dracula Returns To Derby – 101 years and Counting
26
Apr
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Derby Farmers' Market
22
Apr
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The Year of Wright Trail
25
Apr
St George's Day Celebrations 2026
02
May
Dream Fest 2026
02
May
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Bustler on the Road - Elvaston Castle (May)
03
May
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Magical May
04
May
Museum Matinees: Stitch In time! A Knitting Cabaret
09
May
The Sadler Gate Spring Market
09
May
Planes, Trains and Automobiles
09
May
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Character Weekend at Bluebell Farm Park
10
May
Mayfest: Victorian Tea Party
16
May
THAT! Collector Show Derby
16
May
Create and Play with The Toy Theatre Trust
23
May
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Seaside Fun
23
May
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160th Anniversary Celebrations
23
May
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Create and Play May Half Term
23
May
Roma Agrawal: Making Science Fun! - Part of Summer Derby Book Festival 2026
23
May
Construction Workshop inspired by 'How to build a chocolate bridge' - Part of Summer Derby Book Festival 2026
23
May
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May Half Term: Blooming Blossom Activity Trail
23
May
Indie Crafters Carnival
25
May
Bookworms: The Kids Takeover at Electric Daisy - Part of Summer Derby Book Festival 2026
25
May
GirlyPop Live
Family-friendly Places to Eat
The Spice Lounge
The Engine Room
Houseboat
Hickory's Smokehouse Derby
Good Thai Derby
The Coffee House at Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Café 42
Bluebells Ice Cream Parlour
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
The Elephant and Peacock
Lotus Indian Kitchen
Five Guys Derby
Costa Coffee Derbion
Slug & Lettuce Derby
Anoki
Starbucks Derbion
Nando's Derbion
QUAD Bar & Lounge
Finale Thai Tapas and Dining
Nando's Market Place
Caffè Nero Derby
Factory Food Court
Emily's Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant
Family Shopping
Accommodation
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
Nightingale Quarter
Cotels@The Millhouse Serviced Apartments
Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights
Ibis Budget Derby
Premier Inn Derby Riverlights
Pride Apartments
The Coach House Derby
Bay Tree Apartments
Sublime Stays
Premier Inn Derby City Centre
The Stay Company Derby Central
The Stay Company Friar Gate
The Stay Company Dalby House
Hayeswood Lodge Luxury Accommodation
Morley Hayes Hotel
Holiday Cottages Derby
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
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