The Erewash canal flows 12 miles from the River Trent to the Nottingham Canal. It was completed in 1779 and worked until the last commercial canal boat stopped in 1952. Today it's a leisure canal with boats and walking trails.

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1. Erewash Valley Trail Southern Loop

33.2km

08:31

130m

Hike the challenging 20.7-mile Erewash Valley Trail Southern Loop, exploring Attenborough Nature Reserve and historic waterways.

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4.5

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2. Attenborough Nature Reserve – Attenborough Nature Reserve loop from Long Eaton

16.1km

04:03

20m

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

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3. Trent Lock – Erewash Canal Houseboats loop from Long Eaton

6.20km

01:34

10m

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

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Elevation 70 m

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Friday 13 March

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Location: Sawley, Erewash, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Erewash Canal Houseboats

1. Erewash Valley Trail Southern Loop

2. Attenborough Nature Reserve – Attenborough Nature Reserve loop from Long Eaton

3. Trent Lock – Erewash Canal Houseboats loop from Long Eaton

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