Walks & Rides

Over 40 walks to explore from short family discovery walks to long distance footpaths and routes for cyclists.

Medium
4.5 miles

Walk number 5, is a 4.5 mile walk between Ambergate and Whatstandwell through ancient woodland, old parkland and open farmland, with excellent views. There are no really steep climbs

Medium
3.5 miles

Walk number 6, is a steep 3.5 mile walk between Whatstandwell and Ambergate via Crich through farmland, Crich Chase woodlands and along the towpath of the Cromford Canal

Medium
4 miles

Walk number 7, is a 4 mile walk between Whatstandwell and Cromford with a steep path section in Whatstandwell, through undulating farmland and along a surfaced track.

Medium
4 miles

Walk number 8, is a 4 mile walk between Cromford and Whatstandwell combining the Cromford Canal towpath with steep climbs through woodland. The views of the Derwent Valley are spectacular.

Medium
4 miles

This one will really test you with a climb of 750ft, but the elevation offers some great views. Add a further 63ft if you climb the Crich Memorial Tower.

This 4 mile walk starts from Whatstandwell station. Refreshment options at Family Tree, adjacent to river bridge in Whatstandwell, Cliff Inn at Crich and Memorial Tea Room at Crich Stand. Other refreshment options in Crich village, slightly off the route.