🐣 Ultimate Easter Events in Derbyshire for Kids (2026)
Your Round-Up of Eggscellent Events Across the Peak District
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If you’re looking for Easter events in Derbyshire during the Easter school holidays, this is your guide for the age-old thrill of egg hunting. From Easter egg hunt adventures and activity stations to free events, woodland trails and full days out in the Peak District, there’s honestly something for every age — whether you’ve got toddlers with little legs or older kids who want more of an adventure.
This guide brings together a round-up of eggscellent events happening across the local area during the Easter bank holiday weekend, Easter Sunday and right through the holidays — so you can plan a great time without trawling loads of different sites.
Why not read our 100 Best Things to Do in Derbyshire with Kids for even more family fun inspo this Easter. Or our full listing for Easter events in North Derbyshire 2026.
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🌟 BEST EASTER DAYS OUT IN DERBYSHIRE
🏰 Chatsworth House Easter Adventures
📍 Bakewell
📅 Throughout the Easter holidays (including Good Friday – Easter Monday)
💷 Normal admission prices + optional farmyard tickets
If you’re planning one big Easter day out for the whole family, Chatsworth House is hard to beat.
Expect:
- 🐣 Easter egg hunt adventure with golden eggs hidden around the grounds
- 🌼 Trail activities with an Easter trail sheet and bunny ears
- 🐑 Meet newborn lambs and usual animal favourites
- 🛝 A great adventure playground
- 🚜 Optional trailer rides around the estate
The pleasure grounds and beautiful gardens are perfect for a long trail walk, and there’s always something extra like live music or seasonal food programmes.
👉 It’s not just an Easter event — it’s a full Easter celebration in the Peak District.
Top tip: Go early — last entry can get busy over the Easter weekend.
🐑 Matlock Farm Park – Easter Eggstravaganza
📍 Matlock
📅 Easter school holidays
💷 ££
This is always a favourite with younger kids, it’s one of the most hands-on places you can go.
At their Easter Eggstravaganza, expect:
- 🐣 Meet newborn lambs, guinea pigs and other farmyard animals
- 🥚 Easter egg hunt adventure with hidden chocolate eggs
- 🎉 Activity stations including spoon race, fun finds and Easter games
- 🛝 Outdoor play + space to run around
👉 It’s ideal for little legs and kids who just want to get stuck in.
Top tip: It can get muddy — wellies are your friend.
🚋 Crich Tramway Village Easter Event
📍 Crich, near Matlock
📅 Easter weekend
💷 Included in normal admission
If you want something a bit different, this is such a good option.
- 🚋 Unlimited rides at Crich Tramway Village
- 🥚 Easter trail with themed stops
- 🌳 Woodland trails and open space
- 🧺 Picnic spots across the village
👉 It’s a lovely mix of heritage + outdoor activities, and a really relaxed day out.
🍦 Bluebell Dairy Easter Fun
📍 Derby
📅 Easter holidays
💷 ££
This is a great half-day option, especially if you’re balancing a few different plans.
- 🐰 Easter bunnies + farmyard animals
- 🥚 Easter trail activities
- 🛝 Indoor and outdoor play areas
- 🍦 Ice cream (obviously!)
👉 A nice, easy option for younger children without the full-day overwhelm.
🛍️ Peak Village Easter Trail & Family Fun
📍 Rowsley, Peak District
📅 Easter holidays
💷 Free entry (activities may vary)
This is one people often miss — but it’s a really good mix of shopping + entertainment + outdoor space.
- 🥚 Easter trail with decorated eggs and hidden chocolate eggs
- 🌸 Seasonal displays with bunting maze
- 🎶 Pop-up live music and food stalls
- ☕ Cafés and space to relax
👉 Ideal if you want something a bit more low-key but still feels like an event.
🎢 Gulliver’s Kingdom & Matlock Bath Easter Events
📍 Matlock Bath
📅 Easter holidays
💷 £££
If your kids want something a bit more high-energy and read our full review of Gullivers Matlock for a day out:
- 🎢 Theme park rides
- 🐰 Easter bunny appearances
- 🎉 Easter fun zone
You can pair this with:
🚠 Heights of Abraham
- 🚡 Cable car ride with panoramic views
- 🌄 Spectacular views across the Peak District
- 🕳️ Guided tour through caverns
👉 Makes a great full Matlock Bath day out.
🆓 FREE & LOW-COST EASTER EVENTS IN DERBYSHIRE
Why not read our free museums in Derbyshire guide as well for some more great free days out.
🌳 Markeaton Park Easter Trail
📍 Derby
💷 Free event
- Easter trail around the park
- Huge playground
- Great for burning off energy
💧 Carsington Water Easter Trail
📍 Ashbourne area
- Lakeside walk with Easter trail
- Perfect for scooters/bikes and little legs
🌄 Peak District Trails & Outdoor Adventures
Across the Peak District you’ll find:
- Woodland trails
- Springtime stamper trails
- Nature-based Easter adventures
👉 Perfect if you want a free or low-cost outdoor day.
🏰 MORE EASTER EVENTS TO EXPLORE (WORTH CHECKING)
If you’re planning a full week of days out, these are worth adding in:
- Calke Abbey (National Trust)
- Easter trail sheet, activity stations, Calke Explore area
- Great for both members and non-members of the National Trust
- Hardwick Hall
- Easter trails + beautiful gardens
- Bolsover Castle
- Castle grounds, family activities, sometimes themed events like jousting tournaments
- Peak Wildlife Park
- Animal encounters + Easter-themed activities
- Poole’s Cavern (Buxton)
- Guided tours + woodland walks
👉 These are great for mixing in history, nature and something a bit different.
🧠 HOW TO PLAN YOUR EASTER HOLIDAYS (REALISTIC VERSION)
If you’re managing work, kids and cost (same 😅), this is what works and don’t forget you can sometimes save money using some of the best annual passes in Derbyshire:
- 1 big day → Chatsworth House / Matlock Farm Park
- 1 mid-range day → Crich / Bluebell / Peak Village
- 1 free day → Carsington Water / park / trail
👉 That way you get weeks of family fun without overspending.
📍 EXPLORE BY AREA
To make it easier, I’ve broken this down into local guides:
👉 Easter Events in North Derbyshire (Chatsworth, Matlock, Peak District)
👉 Easter Events in South Derbyshire (Derby, Calke Abbey, Swadlincote)
⚠️ HELPFUL INFO FOR PARENTS
- Always check for the latest news and last entry times before travelling.
- Some trails include free-from chocolate eggs — check for tree nut allergies if needed.
- Larger venues may require booking and may collect personal data / email address for tickets or marketing emails (see individual privacy policy pages)
✨ FINAL THOUGHT
Whether you’re planning a big Easter weekend, filling the Easter school holidays, or just looking for a few easy wins locally, there’s loads happening across Derbyshire this year.
From farmyard animals and Easter bunnies to long trails, outdoor adventures and hidden chocolate eggs, you’ve got everything you need here to plan a brilliant Easter.