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Derwent Valley Tours: Cromford Canal, High Peak Railway and Packhorse

28 August 2022

A 3.5 mile circular walk along Cromford Canal towpath to High Peak Junction exploring the area's historical transport routes.

A 3.5 mile circular walk that follows the Cromford Canal towpath to High Peak Junction to hear the stories of the fantastic Cromford and High Peak Railway, the Derwent Aqueduct and the Leawood pump house. Continuing along the private Lea canal branch to Smedley’s Mill and then return to Cromford along the early hillside pack horse route which Arkwright would have used to arrive from Nottingham.

What you’ll need:

Suitable clothing and footwear. Parts of the route are on rough surfaced paths and on steep slopes.

Meet at reception in Cromford Mills (DE4 3RQ), short walk from railway station and village bus stops.

Adults £5 Book here

Address

Cromford Mills
Mill Road,
Cromford
DE4 3RQ

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Opening Times

10.30am - 5pm Opening times may vary, please check with the attraction for the latest information.

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