This section of the Derwent Valley Heritage Trail follows the southern bank of the river south of Rowsley towards Darley Dale. You walk on a good path along the edge of some fields with the river to the west.
The Derwent Valley Heritage Path is a 51 mile (82 km) waymarked trail that walks from Ladybower Reservoir to Derwent Mouth. It was set up in 1996 to promote the valley and sustainable travel.

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Distance 2.66 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 40 m

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

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Derwent Valley Heritage Trail: Rowsley to Darley Dale

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