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Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal towpath loop from Whatstandwell

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Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal towpath loop from Whatstandwell

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Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal towpath loop from Whatstandwell

01:05

10.5km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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248 m

Cromford Canal at Whatstandwell

Highlight • River

Free parking right on the Cromford Canal path

Tip by

3.07 km

Leawood Pumphouse

Highlight • Monument

Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal.

It is still in full working condition, check the website for operating dates throughout the summer season.

Tip by

3.45 km

Cromford Canal

Highlight (Segment) • River

A lovely canal from Matlock out to the start of the High Peak Trail. There is a cafe at the High Peak Junction on the canal. The trail starts behind the cafe.

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5.26 km

Cromford Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Dog friendly cafe - if you sit outdoors under cover. Free toilets over other side of car park. Reasonable car park about £3 for about 5 hours or so. In …

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5.38 km

Cromford Canal towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

Spot the Cromford canal stegosaurus hiding in the trees

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7.10 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

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10.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.37 km

3.71 km

1.79 km

638 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.27 km

2.02 km

140 m

103 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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Cromford Wharf – Cromford Canal towpath loop from Whatstandwell

Cromford Canal at Whatstandwell

Leawood Pumphouse

Cromford Canal

Cromford Wharf

Cromford Canal towpath

High Peak Junction

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