8th February 2012

Darwin Forest Country Park

Location Derbyshire

Darwin Forest in the heart of the Peak District is one of our most popular lodge parks and has won several awards including the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation and the Hoseasons "Best in Britain 2009".  The site has an excellent range of facilities and an enviable setting between Matlock and Bakewell in the Derbyshire Dales. Local attractions include the beautiful and historic Chatsworth House and the stunning Peak District National Park.

At the heart of the site the amazing Evolution Leisure Centre is sure to impress and has a large indoor swimming pool, gym, spa, steam room and sauna as well as massage and beauty therapy facilities. Other facilities include the children's adventure playground, games room and amusements.

Your fully insulated pine lodge is warm and snug in winter cool in the heat of summer and discreetly positioned within the beautiful woodland setting. There are many types of lodge to choose from including the cosy Hideaway lodge which is perfect for couples and has one double bedroom. The Elvaston is a spacious one bedroom lodge with a sauna and dishwasher. The Peveril Lodge is outstanding and perfect for families with three bedrooms, and a kitchen equipped with dishwasher and washing machine.

Date:
Adults 18+   Children 3 - 17   Infants 0 - 2
For:
Park Facilities
  • Evolution Health & Fitness Leisure Centre – indoor heated pool with dedicated swimming lanes and general bathing area
  • Gym (over 16s)
  • Trim Trak
  • All weather tennis court
  • Cycle hire
  • Orienteering course
  • Pool and snooker tables
  • Acres of woodland grounds to explore
  • Spa steam room sauna (over 16s)
  • Massage and beauty treatments
  • Forester’s Inn bar meals takeaway
  • Explorers Café
  • Children’s indoor play zone
  • Children’s adventure playground
  • Mini golf
  • Games room amusements
  • DVD hire
  • Shop launderette
  • Free Wi-Fi access
Additional charges may apply for some facilities

Accommodation at Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
6

Peveril VIP

Lodge with one double with ensuite shower and two twin. Dishwasher fridge/freezer and washing machine. Bath with overhead shower. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
4

Riber VIP

Lodge with one double and one twin. Dishwasher. Shower. Outdoor hot tub.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
2

Elvaston VIP

Spacious and luxuriously equipped lodge with one double with flat screen TV. Ensuite spa-bath and separate shower cubicle. Dishwasher. Sauna. Outdoor hot tub.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
4

Riber

Lodge with one double and one twin. Dishwasher. Shower. One lodge is suitable for parties including disabled visitors – please check when booking. Riber VIP LP6485 same description as Riber with the addition of an outdoor hot tub.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
6

Peveril Skyline

Luxurious contemporary styled lodge with one double with flat screen TV and ensuite shower and two twin. Fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Bath with overhead shower. No pets. Peveril Skyline VIP LP6057 same description as Peveril Skyline with the addition of outdoor hot tub.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
2

Elvaston

Spacious and luxuriously equipped lodge with one double with flat screen TV. Ensuite spa-bath and separate shower cubicle. Dishwasher. Sauna. Elvaston VIP LP5885 same description as Elvaston with the addition of an outdoor hot tub.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
6

Peveril Skyline VIP

Luxurious contemporary styled lodge with one double with flat screen TV and ensuite shower and two twin. Fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Bath with overhead shower. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Sleeps
4

Riber Skyline VIP

Luxurious contemporary styled lodge with one double with flat screen TV and one twin. Fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Bath with overhead shower. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Darwin Forest Country Park

Darwin Forest Country Park Holiday Reviews

Click here to read all reviews of Darwin Forest Country Park.
Leave a Review
Been to a holiday park in ? Please leave a review and share your holiday experiences.
Name Month of stay Year of stay
Review

Fun Days Out in Derbyshire

This unique farm makes a great day out for families with young children and also couples who enjoy getting out and exploring.  With an array of farm animals including goats, pigs and sheep this farm is a popular attraction in the Etwall area of Derbyshire.  Apart from the animals there are fun activities to take part in such as collecting and grading your own eggs and a hay play area for the little ones. The farm tea room serves drinks, cakes and light bites, the place to go when you are in need of a rest and a hot drink.

This is an all weather attraction located in Ilkeston Derbyshire.  With a large play frame as well as bikes and ride on toys this is a fun place for young children.  The toddler time sessions take place during term times on week days from 9.30am until 2.30pm and are very popular. The admission fee is excellent value for money and parents can sit down and enjoy a drink while the children play. A new baby changing facility has now been installed together with some new chairs making this a clean and welcoming attraction for families.  Look out for offers on their website such as a free hot drink on select days.

Gulliver's Kingdome is a family friendly theme park offering many attractions for children of all ages. The site is rather unique and features a huge array of rides including log flumes, roller coasters and pirate ships. For the little ones there are rides such as the veteran cars and the balloon wheel and Diego and Dora the Explorer are on hand to make sure they are having a great time. Between the 21st and 31st of October the park becomes a spooky Halloween spectacular with a range of shows and fireworks to enjoy. Standard prices are £12.00 for adults and children over 90cm. Group booking discounts are available.