Family holiday and travel with children to East Midlands, England

East Midlands has several magnificent castles and stately homes. Enjoy a day out at Chatsworth, one of Britain’s best loved historic houses, also used as Darcy's family home on the latest adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Go back in time at the Crich Tramways Village or plummet into Oblivion at Alton Towers, Britain's biggest theme park.

Things to do in East Midlands with children

The Crich Tramways Village makes an ideal family day out in the heart of Derbyshire. Trams run to and fro every few minutes as visitors ride over the cobbles of our period street, past the original facades of historic buildings from around the country before heading up the valley to breathtaking views over the countryside. Children can let off steam in the play areas and the less energetic can take the woodland walk and sculpture trail.

Matlock Farm Park is set in part of a 600 acre working farm, providing a great day out with varied activities for all the family. The park has a varied selection of animals to see including llamas, goats, peacocks and red deer to name a few. There are specially designed playgrounds and even a go-kart track for the kids and many places for the adults to relax if they wish.

Experience true excitement at one the UK's most popular theme parks with a fantastic day out at Alton Towers - join Charlie on his amazing journey through Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory or plummet into Oblivion!

Witness history come back to life with tickets to Warwick Castle. Home to the world's most powerful catapult and featuring jousting, jesting, fighting knights, falconry and a whole host of exciting Middle Age re-enactments, Warwick Castle recreates the mediaeval experience before your eyes.