great days out
Something for everyone including
Alton Towers, wildlife park, national trust and much more…
alton towers
If you enjoy going up and down and shaking it all about, nowhere does it bigger or better!
chatsworth house
One of the country’s finest stately homes set in 1000 acres of Capability Brown designed, publicly accessible parkland.
peak park wildlife
Lovely child friendly wildlife park with lots of animal interaction. A lovely day out!
ilam park
Located in a picture postcard village, extensive landscaped gardens and parkland provide leisurely riverside walks and a spectacular setting for the tea-room or picnics.
Crich Tramway Museum
See and ride trams in a recreated period village setting. A great family day out.
Churnet Valley Railway
Step back in time and enjoy the classic days of steam, travelling though beautiful countryside.
Museum of Making
Located in the 300 year old Derby Silk Mill, the museum showcases the long history of innovation, design and manufacturing in Derby.
Kedleston Hall N.T.
A large impressive country house designed by Robert Adam, set in extensive historic parkland and boasting opulent interiors.
Cromford Mill
A UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting the world’s first water-powered cotton mill. Now an industrial heritage visitor centre with cafes and shops. Stroll along the canal towpath and you might spot water voles!
The Potteries
For lovers of fine china and pottery, history, factory shops or just messing with clay! Take a tour of Wedgwood, Emma Bridgewater, Gladstone Potteries Museum or Middleport, home to Burleigh, Croft House Barn’s crockery.
David Mellor Cutlery Factory
Tour the factory and watch cutlery being made. With its own cafe, kitchen shop and design museum all housed in an award-winning building and visitor centre. It’s one for keen ‘foodies’
Heights of Abraham
Reach this stunning hill-top site by cable car across the beautiful Derwent valley. Enjoy illuminated caverns, adventure playground and trails and take refreshments in a choice of spectacular settings.