Darwin Forest

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 was also a national finalist in the prestigious Visit England Awards for Excellence.

The 120 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.