Darwin Forest Luxury Lodges

Darwin Forest Luxury Lodges Luxury self catering holiday lodges on a 5 star holiday park with fabulous facilities in the stunning Derbyshire Peak District. www.darwinforest.co.uk
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Darwin Forest is situated between Matlock and Bakewell and combines luxury self-catering holiday accommodation with fantastic onsite facilities including a swimming pool, gym and spa. The woodland setting creates a peaceful location from which to fully relax and get closer to nature. It is the perfect place to stay for visiting scenic countryside, stately homes including Chatsworth House, pictures

que villages and a wide range of local attractions. Visit England rated Darwin Forest as a 5 Star Holiday Park and awarded the coveted Gold Award for excelling in hospitality and service. The Park has previously won Gold at the prestigious Visit England Awards for Excellence and been named 'Best in Britain' by Hoseasons. The 137 luxury lodges are nestled within a 47 acre woodland paradise and are furnished to the highest standards. The tranquil location and comfortable lodges provide the perfect setting for you and your family to relax and enjoy valuable time together. All of our lodges are furnished to high standards and provide comfortable self catering accommodation for your family. Each lodge has a veranda with outdoor furniture for dining alfresco and for making the most of the peaceful surroundings. Lodges are available with one, two, three or four bedrooms and Spa lodges also include an outdoor hot tub. Our luxury lodges are ideal for short breaks and holidays throughout the year.

The perfect place to enjoy a relaxing Sunday evening......book your next weekend break at www.darwinforest.co.uk
09/02/2025

The perfect place to enjoy a relaxing Sunday evening......book your next weekend break at www.darwinforest.co.uk

The Foresters bar & restaurant is open daily and serves a tasty breakfast, brunch and lunch as well as an afternoon tea ...
06/02/2025

The Foresters bar & restaurant is open daily and serves a tasty breakfast, brunch and lunch as well as an afternoon tea and delicious evening meals. The Sunday lunch is also incredibly popular. Book a table at www.darwinforest.co.uk/foresters

The Heights of Abraham reopens on the 14th February!
05/02/2025

The Heights of Abraham reopens on the 14th February!

📢 2025 season begins 14th February! We will be open daily for the February half term until the 23rd.

🚠 Tickets are now available for booking on our brand new website at www.heightsofabraham.com

We can't wait to launch the cable cars for another spectacular year, see you there!

Darwin Forest is the perfect place to enjoy a family holiday with pre-school children and if you can travel mid-week you...
04/02/2025

Darwin Forest is the perfect place to enjoy a family holiday with pre-school children and if you can travel mid-week you can also benefit from our best value lodges.

Onsite we have an indoor swimming pool and a soft play centre, so no matter what the weather, you can enjoy quality family time together.

There are also some great attractions nearby including Matlock farm park and Chatsworth adventure playground. Peak Wildlife Park and CBeebies Land make a great day trip out with a beautiful drive through the Derbyshire Dales.

With a range of facilities onsite and an abundance of days out to enjoy, many guests choose to have a multi-generational family holiday and bring along the grandparents, too! Find out more at www.darwinforest.co.uk

The White Peak Distillery is a fantastic tour and their whisky, gin and rum taste delicious!
02/02/2025

The White Peak Distillery is a fantastic tour and their whisky, gin and rum taste delicious!

Join us for a Distillery Tour and Tasting.

🌟 We're proud to be ranked the No.1 activity of 'Things to do in Derbyshire' on TripAdvisor (Traveller Ranking, 2nd February 2025)! 🌟

A recent TripAdvisor review - "We've been on numerous distillery tours but this was the best - a small, craft distillery with a group of people who have a genuine passion for what they do. Our guide Tom was fantastic - he loves what he does and is happy to impart his knowledge in a really engaging way ..."

Book your tour here - https://www.whitepeakdistillery.co.uk/product/tours-tasting/

Join us for a fun filled family holiday this Easter. Book now and enjoy up to 15% off! Find out more at www.darwinforest...
31/01/2025

Join us for a fun filled family holiday this Easter. Book now and enjoy up to 15% off! Find out more at www.darwinforest.co.uk

The forest is beautiful whatever the time of year 😍 Book your next woodland break at www.darwinforest.co.uk
30/01/2025

The forest is beautiful whatever the time of year 😍 Book your next woodland break at www.darwinforest.co.uk

We are really proud to be sponsoring the High Peak Trail Walk in aid of Ashgate Hospice on Sunday 23rd March. The walk ...
28/01/2025

We are really proud to be sponsoring the High Peak Trail Walk in aid of Ashgate Hospice on Sunday 23rd March. The walk will raise valuable funds for Ashgate Hospice and participants can choose to walk 3.5 miles, 11 miles or 17 miles.

It is a great way to enjoy an organised walk in the Derbyshire Dales whilst raising money for charity.

To find out more about the walk and Ashgate Hospice, please visit https://ashgatehospice.org.uk/high-peak-trail-walk

Just a few minutes drive from Darwin Forest!
28/01/2025

Just a few minutes drive from Darwin Forest!

Join us for a fun filled Easter holiday and visit some of these amazing attractions. Find out more about places to visit...
27/01/2025

Join us for a fun filled Easter holiday and visit some of these amazing attractions. Find out more about places to visit in the local area at www.darwinforest.co.uk/peak-district

We are incredibly proud to support the Derby Mountain Rescue Team and play a small part in the fantastic work their volu...
26/01/2025

We are incredibly proud to support the Derby Mountain Rescue Team and play a small part in the fantastic work their volunteers do for our local community and holiday makers. Please have a look at their website and support them if you can.

Our pet friendly lodges accept up to two dogs and your four legged friends will love walking in the surrounding forest o...
25/01/2025

Our pet friendly lodges accept up to two dogs and your four legged friends will love walking in the surrounding forest or in the stunning Derbyshire Dales and Peak District National Park. Book your next holiday at www.darwinforest.co.uk

All our lodges are built in Derbyshire by our sister company Pinelog. As well as bespoke new lodges, they also sell pre-...
19/01/2025

All our lodges are built in Derbyshire by our sister company Pinelog. As well as bespoke new lodges, they also sell pre-owned lodges that people buy as granny annexes, farm workers accommodation, as a temporary home whilst you self-build or as a holiday rental on your own land. Find out more via www.pinelog.co.uk

Have you made plans for February half term or the Easter Holidays? They are only a few weeks away! Book your next family...
18/01/2025

Have you made plans for February half term or the Easter Holidays? They are only a few weeks away! Book your next family adventure at www.darwinforest.co.uk

16/01/2025

The overflowing Ladybower plugholes and Howden Dam are a sight (and sound) to behold in winter! The Upper Derwent Valley is approximately 20 miles from the park and there are lots of stunning walks in the area. Book your next walking holiday at www.darwinforest.co.uk

In a town whose history is shaped by water, The Buxton Crescent Experience is a boutique attraction that reveals the sto...
15/01/2025

In a town whose history is shaped by water, The Buxton Crescent Experience is a boutique attraction that reveals the story of a special spa town, the renowned water and recent restoration of the Crescent building.

For centuries Buxton has been a place where people have sought the water cure and within this Grade I listed building you will encounter visitors from a period spanning more than 10,000 years who have travelled to the town to drink and bathe in our thermal mineral water.

Please ask reception for a 15% off voucher.

Do you have a big birthday in 2025? Why not get together with friends for a relaxing hot tub holiday? The perfect way to...
12/01/2025

Do you have a big birthday in 2025? Why not get together with friends for a relaxing hot tub holiday? The perfect way to celebrate 🥳

Thanks to Kerri-Ann for sharing these photos from her 40th birthday 🎂

Book now at www.darwinforest.co.uk

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Darley Moor, Two Dales
Matlock
DE45PL

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Monday 8:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 8pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 8pm
Saturday 8:30am - 8pm
Sunday 8:30am - 8pm

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The overflowing Ladybower plugholes and Howden Dam are a sight (and sound) to behold in winter! The Upper Derwent Valley is approximately 20 miles from the park and there are lots of stunning walks in the area. Book your next walking holiday at www.darwinforest.co.uk

Enjoy a winter break at Darwin Forest.

The kids will love Little Monkeys Play Centre centre!

You only have until the 30th December to visit the Lights of Abraham.

The magical 'Lights of Abraham' started this weekend and run until the 30th December.

Winter wonderland at Darwin Forest!

Snowy winter days will soon be here..... We can't think of a better place to enjoy a snow day than from the comfort of a bubbling hot tub in the forest. Book your winter break at www.darwinforest.co.uk

Our Halloween parties at Little Monkeys started this evening. There are still some tickets available for Friday!

Book an Autumn break in the forest 😍 Find out more at www.darwinforest.co.uk

Fantastic Facilites at Darwin Forest
Fantastic Facilites at Darwin Forest

With a wide range of fantastic onsite facilities we are the perfect place to enjoy a family holiday!

Matlock Bath is a unique and charming village approximately 15 minutes drive from Darwin Forest. It has the vibe of a seaside town even though it is in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales! It is famous for its riverside walks, cliff top views, amusement arcades, fish & chip shops and motorbikes! There is lots to do for all ages, making it a great day out for all the family. Attractions to visit include @gulliversfun @heightsofabraham @peakdistrictmining @matlockbathaquarium @matlockbathboats_ @bonkersilluminationgolf @wiffle_waffle_ Every Autumn the village also hosts the amazing @matlockbathilluminations where illuminated boats parade along the river Derwent. Save this reel for future inspiration for when you stay at Darwin Forest. #matlockbath #darwinforest #daysout #daysoutwiththekids #derbyshiredales #derbyshire #visitderbyshire #visitpeakdistrict #schoolholidays ##familytravel #familyholiday

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Landal Darwin Forest

Landal Darwin Forest is situated between Matlock and Bakewell and combines luxury self-catering holiday accommodation with fantastic onsite facilities including a swimming pool, gym and spa. The woodland setting creates a peaceful location from which to fully relax and get closer to nature. It is the perfect place to stay for visiting scenic countryside, stately homes including Chatsworth House, picturesque villages and a wide range of local attractions. Visit England rated Landal Darwin Forest as a 5 Star Holiday Park and awarded the coveted Gold Award for excelling in hospitality and service. The Park was also a national finalist in the prestigious Visit England Awards for Excellence. The 127 luxury lodges are nestled within a 47 acre woodland paradise and are furnished to the highest standards. The tranquil location and comfortable lodges provide the perfect setting for you and your family to relax and enjoy valuable time together. All of our lodges are furnished to high standards and provide comfortable self catering accommodation for your family. Each lodge has a veranda with outdoor furniture for dining alfresco and for making the most of the peaceful surroundings. Lodges are available with one, two, three or four bedrooms and Spa lodges also include an outdoor hot tub. Our luxury lodges are ideal for short breaks and holidays throughout the year.