Darwin Forest Luxury Lodges

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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, picturesque 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.

Planning your next Peak District getaway? You'll want to add these 5 places to your itinerary. From waterfalls to cable ...
22/10/2026

Planning your next Peak District getaway? You'll want to add these 5 places to your itinerary.

From waterfalls to cable car adventures there's plenty to add to your holiday plans… and better yet they're all less than 20 minutes drive from Darwin Forest.

🏰 Chatsworth House and Gardens: explore the house and gardens, then stop at the Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop for treats to enjoy back at your lodge.

🌿 Monsal Head: take in the famous viaduct view before heading down into the valley for a wander.

🚠 Heights of Abraham: arrive by cable car and spend the day discovering caverns, gorgeous views and adventure playgrounds.

💧 Lumsdale Valley: follow a 2-mile circular walk past waterfalls and historic mill ruins.

🌅 Curbar Edge: enjoy sweeping countryside views - especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset.

And afterwards? It's back to your lodge to put your feet up 😍

Follow along for more and like for part two!

21/10/2026

Send this to them as a little subtle hint 👀🤫🌲

We all crave a bit of "just us" time every now and again, and our luxury lodges are perfect for unwinding in your own bubble, surrounded by nature.

Book your next escape: https://darwinforest.co.uk/

Your little corner of the forest… with room for all the family, and the dog too 🌲🐾Let us show you around one of our Spin...
20/10/2026

Your little corner of the forest… with room for all the family, and the dog too 🌲🐾

Let us show you around one of our Spinney Spa Pet lodges so you can picture yourself here.

Available in one, two, three and four-bedroom configurations, these lodges cater to couples, families and larger groups alike.

And for added relaxation, each lodge features a private hot tub and gated decking area with outdoor dining furniture😍

Find out more: https://darwinforest.co.uk/lodges/spinney-spa

19/10/2026

Shall we put the kettle on? 🫖💤

We might be biased, but mornings surrounded by trees are pretty hard to beat 😍🌲

Tag someone you’d love to visit here with.

Instead of telling you how beautiful Darwin Forest is in autumn, we thought we’d show you 🍂🌲Picture stepping out of your...
16/10/2026

Instead of telling you how beautiful Darwin Forest is in autumn, we thought we’d show you 🍂🌲

Picture stepping out of your lodge for a walk beneath the golden trees, taking your time to explore, then heading back for a warm drink and a cosy evening together.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a peaceful break for two, there’s something lovely about having a few days in the forest to look forward to.

Explore your next woodland escape: www.darwinforest.co.uk

15/10/2026

We had a great afternoon making followed by a delicious afternoon tea. It's the perfect activity for families and groups to enjoy whilst on holiday....and you get to take home your own Bakewell Pudding 😋

15/10/2026

Consider this your hint to get your next getaway in the diary🌲👀

Who’s coming with you? Send this their way 🤎

Don't forget to buy your Halloween party tickets if you are staying with us during half term.
12/10/2026

Don't forget to buy your Halloween party tickets if you are staying with us during half term.

Our Halloween parties are now live , you can book these online at https://www.little-monkeys.co.uk/
, we can’t wait for you to come along and join in with all the activities we have planned 👻 🎃 🧙

Some lovely photos captured by our park warden Shane this morning.
11/10/2026

Some lovely photos captured by our park warden Shane this morning.

10/10/2026

November is when the forest is full of Autumn colour. Book your cosy Autumn forest break today!

Address

Darley Moor, Two Dales
Matlock
DE45PL

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441629732428

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