Aqueduct Cottage is a historic 19th century building located along the pretty River Derwent within the Derwent Valley. It was built in 1802 as a home for a lengthsman (someone who maintained local canals). It's in a very picturesque setting and is a cherished landmark in the area.

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Aqueduct Cottage was originally built as a lengthsman’s and lock-keeper’s accommodation in c1802 by Peter Nightingale, servicing the Lea Wood Arm, sometimes known as the Nightingale Arm, of the canal to his factories and lead works at Lea Bridge and Lea Wharf. It is grade II listed and is in the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and Borough of Amber Valley.

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1. Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Cromford

11.5km

02:58

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Derbyshire

6.10km

01:38

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Matlock – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Matlock

17.5km

05:17

570m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 90 m

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Cromford, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Aqueduct Cottage

1. Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Cromford

2. Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Derbyshire

3. View of Matlock – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from Matlock

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