The Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath - entertainment for all the family. Cable car rides across the Derwent Valley to the 60 metre summit where you can join the underground tours through the two famous show caves. http://www.heights-of-abraham.co.uk  

Gullivers Kingdom, Matlock Bath - a family theme park providing the best possible day out for families with children from 2 to 13 years. The price of admission allows access to over 35 rides and attractions, from Log Flumes to Cycle Monorails. http://www.gulliversfun.co.uk

Red House Stables,Darley Dale - This working carriage museum has one of the finest collections of original horse drawn vehicles and equipment in Britain including one of the very few surviving Hansom Cabs, a Stage Coach, a Royal Mail Coach & numerous other private and commercial vehicles. You can also look behind the scenes, meet the horses and ponies or even book a ride around the grounds of Chatsworth House. http://www.workingcarriages.com    

Peak Rail, Darley Dale - Operated by enthusiasts, Peak Rail runs regular steam and diesel hauled heritage passenger trains between Matlock Riverside and Rowsley during the summer, stopping at the nearby Darley Dale station. A great way to go shopping but Peak Rail also offer the chance to drive a stream train or to work on the footplate http://www.peakrail.co.uk  

Chatsworth House - the ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire is one of the finest private palaces in Britain. Recently featured in the film, 'Pride and Prejudice',  Chatsworth also has a 105 acre, 450year old garden to explore. The waterworks and fountains are world famous but there is even a farmyard and adventure playground for the kids.  

Haddon Hall - one of the finest examples of a 12th Century fortified medieval manor house, Haddon hall provides a unique view of early English Life and history. The fascinating building with it's wonderful terraced Elizabethan gardens have featured on TV and in numerous films (Pride and Predudice, Elizabeth, Jane Eyre, Moll Flanders and the Price and the Pauper. http://www.haddonhall.co.uk 

National Tramway Museum at Crich - whether you have an interest in trams or want a glimpse into the past, this is a fascinating place to spend the day and the one old penny you're given on entry ensures that you can ride the trams as much as you like.