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Grattens Bridge – Cromford Canal Towpath loop from Crich

Moderate

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Grattens Bridge – Cromford Canal Towpath loop from Crich

02:31

8.98km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

265 m

The Family Tree

Highlight • Cafe

This coffee stop came recommended and it did not disappoint. The food and drink was excellant but allow time because it was busy and often is!

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2

2.64 km

St Mary's Church

Highlight • Other

The church dates from 1135 and has additions in the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries, with a vestry added in the 20th century.

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3

2.91 km

Crich Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

The Crich Cross took the place of an earlier monument, and dates from 1871. The cross features a figure of St Michael carved by a local man by the name of Isaac Petts.

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4

7.13 km

Poysers Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

5

7.43 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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6

7.87 km

Cromford Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

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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8.98 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.87 km

1.28 km

477 m

248 m

120 m

Surfaces

3.85 km

2.68 km

1.21 km

765 m

477 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 4 November

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