LINE CLOSURE: The Derwent Valley Line will be fully closed between Matlock and Derby from 14 – 22 November. More info.
Looking for things to do this October half term? From spooky Halloween trails and exciting family attractions to spectacular illuminations and autumn adventures, there's plenty to discover along the Derwent Valley Line!
ViewRail replacement buses will operate between Derby and Matlock from Saturday 14 to Sunday 22 November 2026 while Network Rail carries out major track improvements.
ViewAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join South Derbyshire District Council as a Community Rail Partnership Officer, supporting the Erewash and Trent Community Rail Partnership.
ViewFor two weekends during August, the first floor of Derby Market Hall will be transformed with railway-themed family fun.
ViewWe are getting excited for a fabulous season of festivities along the Derwent Valley Line. Get into the spirit with this selection of sparking experiences and make the most of the festive season by train!
ViewSeptember is upon us and with it the time for harvest. Whilst the leaves are starting to turn and elder berries hang heavy on trees, we are loving visiting our markets to enjoy the range of local produce on offer. From maker's markets to farmer's markets, there are lots of different markets to choose from all along the Derwent Valley line.
ViewThe summer holidays are in full swing and we have been loving this stretch of sunny weather. There is so much to enjoy along the Derwent Valley Line this summer, so take a look at a few of our favourite highlights to enjoy this August.
ViewAs part of Railway 200 celebrations, this summer the Derwent Valley Line Community Rail Partnership is hosting The Greatest Gathering fringe event from 1-3 August 2025. The main event at Alstom sold out in a day. This fringe event, working with Derby City Council and Visit Derby gives people the chance to get in the railway mood.
ViewJune is almost upon us, bringing with it a new collection of wildlife you can see when you are out and about in the countryside enjoying the sunny days to come. Here’s a few nature highlights for June that you can spot as you explore the Derwent Valley by train this month.
Discover Derwent Valley this Easter. A place that everyone can enjoy, with intriguing cities and market towns, theme parks, outdoor pursuits, mills and museums, historic houses and gardens and much more. Trains operate between Nottingham, Derby and Matlock providing so much to discover.
ViewThe Derwent Valley Line runs through the heart of the UNESCO Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, there’s lots for any history and heritage buff to discover!
ViewTake a look at a our top picks of things to do this half term in Derwent Valley, all accessible by public transport.
ViewAt this time of year, many of us are considering our aims for the coming year. Perhaps improving your carbon footprint and choosing a greener way to travel is something you would like to prioritise this year. Or maybe you are looking to do some volunteering, making new connections and helping your local community. We have outlined below a few of the ways our Community Rail Partnership can help with these aims.
ViewWhile the hedgehogs, dormice and bats are hibernating, keeping warm inside our homes is tempting, but it is well worth putting tights on under your trousers, socks upon socks and heading out into the winter wonderlands. There are many nature highlights to spot during these winter months, here we have collated a guide for what you might be able to find around the Derwent Valley Line this season.
ViewLooking to get outside more over the coming year? The weather may have turned cooler, but it is a great time to lace up your boots and discover new places by train. Put on your warmest hat and gloves and step out into the winter wonderlands Derwent Valley has to offer, made even more magical with a dusting of snow.
ViewThe leaves on the trees have well and truly turned, the days have shortened and with the darker nights we are getting excited for a fabulous season of festivities along the Derwent Valley Line. Get into the spirit with this selection of sparkling experiences and make the most of the festive season by train.
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