Peak Rail

Peak Rail in Matlock takes families on a nostalgic journey through the beautiful Derbyshire countryside aboard heritage steam and diesel trains. This preserved railway in the East Midlands offers a genuine railway experience that captivates visitors of all ages, from babies and toddlers mesmerised by the engines to teenagers fascinated by railway heritage. The attraction features on-site parking, baby changing facilities, wheelchair accessible carriages and pushchair friendly access, welcoming all families aboard.

Travelling through the picturesque Peak District scenery, passengers enjoy views that can only be experienced from the railway line. Children delight in watching the steam locomotives while experiencing travel as it was in decades past. Families searching for things to do in Matlock with kids will find Peak Rail delivers an authentic heritage railway adventure combining education, nostalgia and spectacular Derbyshire views.