What to do and see in Matlock, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

Outdoor adventure activities for the whole family. Canoe River Trips and flat water canoe adventures. Underground caving adventure. 80ft abseiling. Please check out the website for more information.

IT'S THE EXPERIENCE THAT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Acclimbatize is an independently owned and managed outdoor adventure activities provider. We are ideally located in the White Peak area of Derbyshire close to Matlock. Many of our activities utilise the natural environments within the Peak District National Park. We are a group of professional, extensively qualified instructors ready to provide you with an action packed day. Are you a family looking for fun? A company wanting to improve your teams dynamics? A stag looking for adventure? Whatever it is you're looking for we can provide it with tailor made days created for and by you. We can catered for any sized group, however big, down to individuals. We create meaning from the adventurous activities we provide by placing strong emphasis on team work, engagement and co-operation.

We specialise in White Water Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing and River Tubing! Take to the water with Rapid Horizons. From family groups to stag and hen parties our aim is to give you the best experience on the river. Based in Darley Dale our main location is the River Derwent but we also operate in North Wales on the River Dee and also Nottingham at Holme Pierrepont. No Experience is required for any of our activities. Our staff and River Guides and highly qualified and experienced not to mention incredibly passionate abut their jobs!

Birdswood is an historic ex-working narrow boat belonging to canal restoration charity The Friends of Cromford Canal. The boat and gift shop at Cromford Wharf are run by a dedicated team of volunteers. Birdswood runs scheduled public trips from March to October. Additionally we operate theme events, school trips and exclusive charters, making the boat an ideal private venue for functions for up to 40 people. Come and enjoy a peaceful, relaxing journey along the scenic, rural Cromford Canal, get up close to the fabulous wildlife, and learn about the unique industrial heritage of the Derwent Valley.

Join us to take part in a range of outdoor activities tailored around groups from company team building days to parties. We also offer accommodation in our 19th century manor house, set in 25 acres of parkland. Many activities are fully accessible and for a variety of ages.

This year is our 50th Anniversary Cromford steam rally was established in 1970 and is one of the most highly rated shows in this part of the country, with over 600 exhibits theres something for everyone so why not come and spend the day with us at Cromford. Cromford Steam Rally 1st & 2nd August 2020, gates open 08.30 till late Saturday 08.30 till 17.00 Sunday

Now open daily. Take a spectacular cable car ride to the Heights of Abraham, an award-winning hilltop park. Your cable car ticket gives you free admission to all the facilities at the top, including 60 acres of landscaped grounds, exhibition areas, Masson Pavilion Film Theatre, adventure playgrounds, woodland walks, and two famous show caverns with guided tours, audio visual effects and remarkable stories to tell. Cavern tours take place throughout the day. NEW self guided audio heritage tour available via your mobile phone. Enjoy stunning views across the Derwent Valley from the Vista Restaurant and Bar. Dogs are welcome and travel free on the cable cars, but are not allowed down into the Caverns.

Currently closed due lockdown - hope to be open every day from the 3rd December. Find out about the lead mining heritage of Derbyshire from Roman Times to the present. Interactive exhibits, mock tunnels and shafts to climb, moving models. The new Matlock Bath Through Time exhibition tells the story of a village that was one of the top Georgian Spas in the country. Then visit Temple Mine and find out what it was really like working underground followed by a try at gold panning. Suitable for all ages. Family ticket £28 (2A and 3C)

Crich Tramway Village is a family visitor attraction and home to the National Tramway Museum. Take a trip back in time and ride vintage trams into the open countryside. There's an enchanting Woodland Walk and Sculpture Trail, Tearoom, gift shop, children's play area, exhibitions and Workshop Viewing Gallery. We are open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Monday 31st August and weekends from 10am until Sunday 1st November 2020. Please check our website for opening times: www.tramway.co.uk and download the Covid-19 Crich Tramway Village Guidelines.