Tracks, Trails and Trains Walk
Short, family orientated walk around Wirksworth starting at Wirksworth Station to Bolehill and National Stone Centre.
This is a walk around Wirksworth written and illustrated by Jo Poyser, Headteacher at Wirksworth Church of England Infant School. The walk starts at Wirksworth Station and explores places around Wirksworth.
The walk follows local paths to Bolehill with fine views over the historic town of Wirksworth before visiting the National Stone Centre, returning past Ravenstor station and through the town, back to Wirksworth station on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, which was once known as the Milk and Honey Line.
The walking guide features lots of interesting activities for children to take part in both on the walk itself and at home with their families. There are places to spot along the walk, unusual words to discover linked to the walks, nature challenges and creative activities to enjoy including a Milk and Honey Cookie recipe. Throughout the walking booklet children learn about railway safety including how to be Rail Safety Champion and can take part in the Tracks, Trails and Trains Rail Safety ‘board’ game.
The project has been supported and funded by:
- Derwent Valley Line Community Rail Partnership
- Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
- Community Rail Network
- East Midlands Railway
- Wirksworth Junior School
- Wirksworth Church of England Infant School
- Wirksworth Heritage Centre
Visiting Wirksworth by bus: Catch bus 6.1, X17 or 110/111 from Matlock Bath (outside the train station) or Cromford market place (15 minute walk from train station). You can also catch the X17 from Sheffield and Matlock. View the bus timetables here, and please check with the travel operator before you travel.
Wirksworth may also be visited using the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway from Duffield.