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Just downstream of Elvaston Castle, the River Derwent flows over a wide, stepped weir with broad impressive cascades. The surrounding wetlands are rich in wildlife, with chances to spot kingfishers, ducks, and even leaping salmon when conditions are right.

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This was the Derbyshire and Staffordshire line, the station opening in 1878. In 1953 it was closed to passengers and in 1962 to goods. This was quite a substantial station. The line then continued west to Derby Friargate and on to Burton upon Trent. East it went to West Hallam and Nottingham Victoria and on this station a shopping centre now stands.

Rather impressive (probably more so when there's been some rain!) weir on the Derwent river - worth a stop 🚵‍♂️👍

In 2024, the surface has been upgraded to excellent quality, smooth tarmac for the whole route between Derby City centre and Borrowash bridge.

This is now tarmacked from Derby all the way to Borrowash.

Not open anymore 👎

The Mundy family owned the Manor of Allestree from 1516 until Francis Noel Clarke Mundy sold it to Thomas Evans in 1781. It was later the home of William Evans and of his son Sir Thomas William Evans, 1st Baronet. On his death in 1892 the latter bequeathed the estate to his brother in law William Gisborne. The area known as Allestree Park was enclosed in about 1818. The house begun by Bache Thornhill was completed by John Giradot (High Sheriff of Derbyshire) with three storeys and five bays, the central three bowed with an ionic columned porch. A large part of the estate was sold for housing development in 1928. The neglected house now stands in a 300-acre (1.2 km2) wooded parkland with lake, grasslands and former golf course, owned by Derby City Council. Allestree Park is designated as a Local Nature Reserve.

Darley Abbey in Derbyshire was an Augustinian monastery just north of Derby. Around it formed the village now bearing its name Darley Abbey village. There are only two remaining buildings from the monastic period. One became the Abbey Pub (also known as the Abbey Inn), a Grade II* listed building. Constructed in the 15th century, it is thought to have been part of the Abbot's residence. The building appears to have been roofless for most of its post-dissolution life; a new roof was added in the 1920s and the building reinforced in the 1950s following some movement within the walls. The building was renovated to its present state in 1978.

Allestree Hall is a Grade II listed fomer country house. The original house was demolished in 1795, and architect James Wyatt was commissioned to rebuild it in the early 1800s. During WW2, the Hall was used by the National Fire Service as the County Headquarters, as well as by the Sherwood Foresters Regiment. After the war, it was briefly used as a golf club. It is now owned by Derby City Council.

Darley Park is a large, picturesque and popular park situated within walking distance of the city centre. It is located on the River Derwent at the gateway to the World Heritage Site.

There is bike parking at the Museum, to the left of the main entrance. Of course good locks are required, as with any urban bike parking.

In the historic suburb of Darley Abbey, part of the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site, Darley Park is a popular green space within walking distance of Derby's city centre. There's plenty to see for nature lovers, with a butterfly garden and two larger wildlife sites: Darley and Nutwood Local Nature Reserve and Darley Park Wildflower Meadow. Keep your eyes out for the peregrine falcons that nest in Derby Cathedral.

After a number of years of closure whilst the museum was upgraded it has now (June 2021) been reopened as the "Museum of Making". https://www.derbymuseums.org/museum-of-making/ Entry is free and the museum includes a cafe. Little or no bike parking available but recommend visiting Bikeworks nearby on Full Street where bikes can be stored securely (and for free) during opening hours (Mon-Fri, office hours). See https://www.facebook.com/bikeworksderby/

Surface is currently (autumn 2020) being upgraded with new tarmac planned throughout as part of a major investment in a cycle route linking Derby and Nottingham. A small section of the original canal is being remade (with water) and the path will run alongside this canalised section - currently the surface is loose stone but I'm hopeful it will be improved later.

We were handicapped by having to get to Derby from Belper's, where we live. If you start from Derby, might want to go from Elvaston castle to Weston on Trent, Aston on Trent and Swarkestone, where you can get on to Route 6 for the ride back to Derby.

Site of arguably Britain's first factory (Silk Mill) which is now a museum. Also has a statue of Bonnie Prince Charlie celebrating his advance on London (which didn't get much further than Derby) and a swing bridge over the River Derwent (which can be cycled across). Nice sitting area very close to Derby city centre.

Excellent quality traffic free route alongside the River Derwent. Very popular family route between Derby City and Elvaston Castle as all traffic free and flat. Surface is tarmac for most of the route with the eastern part being crushed limestone. In wet weather the limestone can get a lot of puddles. Lighting on western part of the path. Refreshments at the Derby Arena (velodrome) cafe which is a short distance (100m) from the path.

Cycle and walking path on the route of the derelict Derby and Sandiacre canal. Nice flat route but with varying quality surface. The eastern end is excellent tarmac, the central portion fairly rocky and the western part old tarmac.

Old railway line (Great Northern line) converted into a multi-user path. Runs through gentle and scenic Derbyshire countryside well away from roads. Sustrans NCN route 54. Large number of benches along the way for resting. As an old railway line, gradient is very gradual. Very suitable place for family cycle rides as completely motor traffic free. Free parking available at the Mickleover (north) end. Cafes near southern end (Don Amotts caravan centre) and pub near northern end (Great Northern)