Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 21, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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557 m

Holmlea Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Extended over a period of 10 years from the original ½ acre mature garden the plot now covers 1.5 acres and is constantly evolving. The planning has been undertaken with …

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678 m

View of the River Derwent in Shining Cliff Woods

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Shining Cliff Woods is a great area for walking (and for mountain biking although that is not officially allowed!) but be aware that the map of the area suggests that …

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3.70 km

Alderwasley Parish Church

Highlight • Historical Site

In the serene Amber Valley region of Derbyshire, Alderwasley is a beautiful base for exploring the surrounding countryside, with the southern reaches of the Peak District National Park only a …

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5.74 km

River Derwent at Whatstandwell

Highlight • Historical Site

You will enjoy beautiful views up and down the River Derwent from this bridge in Whatstandwell. The river flows through countryside and is within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

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6.92 km

View of the Derwent River at Whatstandwell

Highlight • Bridge

8.21 km

Cromford Canal Towpath

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The Cromford Canal ran 14.5 miles (23.3 km) from Cromford just south of Matlock to the Erewash Canal. The canal was agreed in 1789 and completed by 1794. The canal …

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8.65 km

Grattens Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge gives access to Crich Chase, former royal hunting grounds and now a public nature reserve.

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8.95 km

Poysers Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

9.61 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.19 km

2.33 km

843 m

643 m

573 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.46 km

2.73 km

1.44 km

650 m

233 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Tuesday 21 April

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Holmlea Gardens

View of the River Derwent in Shining Cliff Woods

Alderwasley Parish Church

River Derwent at Whatstandwell

View of the Derwent River at Whatstandwell

Cromford Canal Towpath

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