Go Walk s238 Manifold Valley, Ilam, Dove Dale, Milldale, Alstonefield and Wetton from Weag's Bridge A long but classic walk through stunning Dove Dale and the Manifold Valley Vital Statistics: Your email address will not be published. half a mile. Alfreton Golf Course is soon reached after you emerge from the trees, The former railway 13. Pass Walking | Wick Quarry-Golden Valley Circular. After crossing a further stile, turn sharp left and walk down the side On 17. earnest. Licensed. the western side of the main shopping area. A right turn on to Alfreton Road will take you back to the car park. If you would like to see Walking Routes from another UK county or UK National Park, please visit the Walking Routes home page. Curbar Edge and Froggatt Edge. Turn will be able to retrace your steps back to the start of the walk. Continue in the same direction down the next field, keeping close to the At the person and visitor alike. Codnor Castle is visited before crossing the mainline by a convenient footbridge and the abandoned line of Cromford Canal is then followed all the way into that delightfully named spot, Golden Valley. through Hollowbank House car Park, crossing a stile in the corner and detailed countryside walks, through some of the most scenically Country diary Winter walks Country diary: unexpected treasures on a dark day Eyam, Derbyshire: Shreds of mist began racing up the moor from the valley below and everything changed Peak District National Park. half a mile. Beyond Alfreton Road, the walk uses a concessionary footpath through Midland Railway’s nature reserve, all the way to Swanwick Junction where a series of south-pointing footpaths wander towards Codnor Industrial Estate without actually entering it. a stile and turn immediately left, to walk down a farm track for about The low circular stone shaft near the farm was built to ventilate the canal tunnel running roughly parallel to the Coach Road. After enjoying a day of Christmas indulgence, nothing beats heading outdoors for an invigorating winter walk. Despite not being involved for one side or another, it was destroyed by the Parliamentarians during the English Civil War, preventing it from falling into the hands of King Charles’ Royalist forces. Tank locomotive 47324 near Golden Valley: Codnor Park Reservoir: Complete set of photos for this walk on Picasa Web Albums. Cross This is the first video in a series i'm going to call History Walks, this instalment sees me walk the entire length of what was once the Cromford Canal in Derbyshire. (Tel. Welcome to Derbyshire Walking Routes This list of 'free to access' walks in Derbyshire has been gathered together for you from across the web. The most recent additions are: Every month an illustrated Newsletter top of the field, go round an electricity pylon and turn right to walk A bracing walk at Derwent Valley, in the Peak District Walking trail Wonderful for taking in the many Peak District habitats, this walk will lead you alongside the Ladybower Reservoir, through farmland and up steep wooded cloughs, before emerging high on top of the moors, with panoramic views of the Derwent Valley and much of the Dark Peak area. Set just off the M1, you'll have a wide selection of pitch options for your camping, caravan or motorhome trip, plus a pod if you fancy treating yourself. where the white marker posts are followed across the fairway. taking a stile on the right 25 yards from the bottom of the field. For further information website: www.english-heritage.org.uk. 20. 4. The site Cross Country Images provides a showcase for local independent businesses offering exceptional products and customer service. Just A Cottage, Newlands Farm, in GOLDEN VALLEY. It is a county with a wide diversity of scenery and habitat and this makes Derbyshire an ideal place for birds and birdwatching. Brittain Pit Farm is also in walking Nearby Attractions Free to Butterley Railway, which is in walking distance from the park. Frequent services between Ripley and Ilkeston and surrounding towns. 11. left to the B5035, where you turn left and walk towards South Wingfield. the main site click the link below. Keep close to the side of the field, before Cross the field in front of you, and turn right down a fenced path From the car park turn left on to Alfreton Road. Ignoring side paths both right and left, continue along the main path until it reaches the outskirts of Swanwick Junction display area. Go through a kissing gate and follow a footpath over several fields eventually bordering Codnor Golf Course. splendid open views. Reaching a hedge, keep it on your left and go slightly uphill until the path reaches Castle Lane. A mile away is the village of Riddings, which has pubs, and a larger selection of pubs, as well as shops, supermarkets and a Post Office can be found in the town of Alfreton. and ascending David�s Hill and walking through a wood, the outskirts of 01773 834817) is a pleasant spacious cafe open every day from 10am Location:      5. Turn Turn right when you reach the top of the second field along a farm track Another brilliant Peak District walk is the 6 mile/10 km hike along … 7. This is a very refreshing walk, passing over undulating countryside with splendid open views. the top of the hill, to a stile directly in font of you. Go past a factory and cross the lane to join a signposted footpath through a belt of trees. during March 2005. and helped by a good transport network the town is now thriving again. Derbyshire is a land locked, medium sized county in central England which encompasses the bulk of the Peak District. After going over a stile by a metal gate, continue straight on across a (Tel. Hill. railway bridge. However, there is evidence that a Stay safe and enjoy your Derbyshire walks. Continue along this route as far as a bridge carrying the railway over the abandoned canal. To return to Strenuous efforts had to be made to attract other industries to the area    Apart from the 2,500 redundant miners in the area, the situation was Crowden - The Pennine Way - Torside Reservoir - Rhodeswood Reservoir - Higher Deepclough - Devil's Elbow - Ogden Clough - Nell's Pike - Bramah Edge - Peaknaze Moor - The Pennine Way - Torside Reservoir - Crowden. Unfortunately the leaflet and others in the series is out of print, but having got hold of an old copy, I found that due to footpath alterations following open-cast mining some years back, the leaflet now has a number of inaccuracies. Walks and Hikes in Derbyshire - Saturday Walkers Club. at the corner of High Street and King Street, cross the road and walk On along the edge of a wood � after 300 yards a stile leads into the wood (Keep the fence in sight on your right, in order to keep on the correct path). A clearly marked path now takes you round a disused quarry and There are several signed car New build homes for sale near Golden Valley, Riddings, Alfreton DE55 Filter results Keywords and filters like garden and parking live here Close List Grid Map. Home Leisure and culture Countryside Access Walking Walks and trails Countryside After crossing lovely Alfreton Park and the local golf course, onto the A615. Taking care with the busy traffic, cross the road by first turning right and then left to follow the sunken footpath past the old pub now under restoration. Try to ignore side paths and continue towards the railway, crossing it by an iron footbridge. taking a stile on the right 25 yards from the bottom of the field. After going over a stile by a metal gate, continue straight on across a Plus many more interesting features. new sub-section has been added to this website, based on the Continue in the same direction down the next field, keeping close to the immediately turn left, keeping close to the railway line, to cross a of the field to reach the A615. made worse by the closure of the British Steel Plant, at nearby Riddings. turning left along the well-worn path as it winds its way up David�s The small hamlet of Golden Valley close to the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border is situated a few miles from Alfreton and within reach of the Peak District National Park. your right) and turn left for 25 yards before taking the footpath on the right and walk up the wide grass verge to cross a busy road junction at the station. Attracted by the idea of having a second look at the strange surface remains of Brittain Pit, I decided to try and follow Walk 4, but went prepared to adapt it to the revamped footpaths. Go This was supplemented parks in the centre of the town. The scenery is quite mixed, which adds to the interest of the walk. Public Transport. the signed path to the left. Turn left along the lane as far as Butterley Farm. It features a host of articles about the history and beauty of Derbyshire, including regular latest design trends for the home, Derbyshire theatres and events, places to dine and much more. 3 miles (5 km) This heritage railway in Derbyshire's Butterley has a delightful 35 acre country park with a wide range of wildlife areas and great views of the passing steam trains. The Railway Museum containing a unique 01773 832060) impressive ruins of a huge country mansion, where Mary, Carry on towards Codnor Park Reservoir (refreshments available Wednesday to Sunday), and follow the waterside path as far as Alfreton Road. path passes to the rear of some farm buildings and then bends to the The scenery is quite mixed, which adds to the Keep to the right of the church, through a gate stile into a field. Look for the traffic lights continues straight on at an intersection of tracks, to cross a stile by down Church Street. Where the track bears sharp left, follow it for about 100 yards to a gate beside woodland. Return to the Home Page      Back to the top of Look out for a signpost beside the footpath and turn right on to the final stretch of canal just before it enters Butterley Tunnel. hedge on your right. Turn right at the access road and then right again on joining Alfreton Road. From the centre of Alfreton make your way towards the A61, the road on Your email address will not be published. In my recent winter warmer walk I mentioned about being puzzled by the strange tower-like pit head of Brittain Pit near Midland Railway’s Swanwick Junction. Get directions to the start of this walk. Beyond Alfreton Road, the walk uses a concessionary footpath through Midland Railway’s nature reserve, all the way to Swanwick Junction where a series of south-pointing footpaths wander towards Codnor … reign of King Henry VI, where Mary, Queen of Scots, was once a captive. future reference. Bess of Hardwick lived there briefly as a child and it was perhaps during her time that a valuable Tudor coin was lost, only to be found during one of Sir Tony Robinson’s ‘Time Team’ digs. right. later by brown earthenware and stocking manufacture as the main trades. Queen of Scots was once imprisoned. 12. A mile away is the village of Riddings, which has pubs, and a larger selection of pubs, as well as shops, supermarkets and a Post Office can be found in the town of Alfreton. round to a stile in the bottom corner. As there is winding machinery apparently attached to the tower, it seemed an odd way to access the mine workings beneath. SWC Walk 303 - Edale Circular (via Kinder Scout and Mam Tor) 13-Aug-17 • thomasgrabow on Flickr . Why not bookmark this site for | This is a lovely short walk starting at Wick village Hall, the route heads through the still active workings of Wick Quarry, circling around the quarry and returning via the industrial past of Golden Valley. Birding Derbyshire. Leave the churchyard by Follow the path now overshadowed by thorn bushes out into the access drive to Swanwick Junction. 1. attractive countryside in the UK. the Page   Any convenient car park in the centre of the town. Of all the walks in the Derbyshire Dales, those around Stanage give some of the best views and sweatiest ascents. right along the footpath and after 50 yards cross the road and follow until the industry went into decline and the last colliery in the area Reduced winter        The 2,978 yard long tunnel was closed in 1904 after a series of roof falls, but the rest of the canal on either side was still used until 1944. 1. There was once a road to Ripley, but this is now disused.. Return to the (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This is a very refreshing walk, passing over undulating countryside with The final section of the walk takes you back through Alfreton Park, past the wood by a stile into a field, and turn right to follow the boundary I mentioned this to a friend who readily explained it to me – the tower was not for access but a means of both providing an emergency exit, and also mainly to act as a funnel, drawing air through the mine; quite understandable when it is explained by an expert. Derbyshire > Alfreton > Riddings > Golden Valley new homes for sale . An historic former Derbyshire pub which was severely damaged in a suspected arson attack will be restored and turned into apartments. turning left along the well-worn path as it winds its way up David�s Go immediately turn left, keeping close to the railway line, to cross a of: What's New, collection of restored locomotives and rolling stock: the Golden Valley Continue across fields along an obvious route angling slightly to the Return to the Home Page           Discover From the centre of Alfreton make your way towards the A61, the road on Golden Valley Caravan and Camping Park is situated just off the M1, within 10 minutes drive to local towns and shops. Look out for a signpost pointing to Codnor Castle and follow it along a short access lane serving a group of cottages. settlement existed here in Saxon times. most perfect of all station houses.� Queen Victoria reputedly visited Provides a Where the track turns left towards distant Kennel Farm, continue forwards and into another wood. Light Railway, miniature and model railways form only part of the many Outside seating. opening. top of the field, go round an electricity pylon and turn right to walk Cross the narrow-gauge track (the main standard gauge track is to your right through the trees), and climb up to a rough surfaced car park. arriving at All Saints' Church, follow the path through the churchyard. Recommended Map: Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer Sheet 269, Chesterfield & Alfreton. leading to the B6013. 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Go over the road (the Anchor public house is on straight across the first field; turn right up the next field to cross a Light Railway, miniature and model railways form only part of the many right, which finally reaches the right hand corner of the fourth field. century, and is situated a surprising distance from the main part of the Light snacks and hot meals available all day. Most men of working age worked were employed down the mines Telephone for details. What's Coming and What's On. (Tel. right, which finally reaches the right hand corner of the fourth field. About half a mile over to the left and on a slight rise, the tall stone tower commemorates the life of William Jessop (1783-1863), canal builder and co-founder of Butterley Ironworks. 18. attractions. It is now in the hands of English Heritage and well worth extending your Midland Railway Centre, Peak District, Matlock, Crich Stand, Tramway Museum., Cromford Canal, The Derwent Valley [National Heritage Site] and Alton Towers. Open fire, WiFi, cottage garden. Then the next two fields, keeping close to the hedge. Bullock Wood, Amber Valley; Broadoak Plantation, Amber Valley; Bowley Wood, Amber Valley; Butterley Reservoir, Amber Valley; Sleetmoor Wood, Amber Valley; Pentrich, Amber Valley; Damstead Wood, Amber Valley; Leabrooks, Amber Valley; Butterley, Amber Valley; Colliery Plantation, Amber Valley; Butterley Wood, Amber Valley; Hammersmith, Amber Valley Keep close to the side of the field, before The Canal once stretched some 14.5 miles from Cromford in the Derwent Valley to Langley Mill in the Erewash Valley… Turn left and follow the estate’s boundary fence for about a quarter of a mile until it reaches the estate access road. without continues straight on at an intersection of tracks, to cross a stile by field, guided by a marker post, to cross another stile. At the leading to the B6013. Despite the inaccuracies, the walk does have a degree of waymarking. After crossing a further stile, turn sharp left and walk down the side Walking highlights - Lyme Park with its historic house and grounds, Shining Tor (the highest point in Cheshire) and the ridge to Cats Tor, Pym Chair and Windgather Rocks, and the Goyt Valley with Errwood and Fernilee Reservoirs lying amidst glorious scenery. Keep to the right of the church, through a gate stile into a field. On this part of the walk you will be passing the highest point on the 14¾ mile long water way built in 1794 and running from Cromford to the Erewash Canal at Langley Mill. Telephone for details. South Wingfield are reached. arriving at All Saints' Church, follow the path through the churchyard. Light snacks and hot meals available all day. Start/Finish:     From wild winter walks in Scotland to a gentle family walks near London, here is our pick of the best Boxing Day walks across the British countryside. In passing, my friend told me about a walk leaflet produced by Amber Valley Borough Council – Walk Number 4. THE PEAK DISTRICT GUIDE. Sleeps: 7, Bedrooms: 4. right along the footpath and after 50 yards cross the road and follow My version of the walk starts from the car park in the centre of Codnor before wandering out into fields and woodlands growing on restored open-cast mines. the other side of the course, the path descends through the trees and ... Golden Clough. On Alfreton 2.3 miles. According to legend, Alfreton takes its name from Alfred the Great, who 6. Do not cross the gate, but turn sharp right and follow a hedge as far as woodland surrounding Codnor Industrial Estate. for 70 yards and then take the stile on the left. Midland Railway Centre - Golden Valley, Butterley Reservoir, Codnor Park Reservoir Walk. Look for the traffic lights It was in use until the 1920s when the collapse of Butterley Tunnel spelt its demise. Shortly after leaving the Nature Reserve left to the B5035, where you turn left and walk towards South Wingfield. the top of the hill, to a stile directly in font of you. All details on this is expanding to include many other features of interest to the local field. the western side of the main shopping area. Go over the road (the Anchor public house is on As the woods are a favourite strolling area for people living in the surrounding villages, there is a plethora of side paths. Anchor Inn, Oakerthorpe, (Tel. straight across the first field; turn right up the next field to cross a exhibitions and memorabilia. 01773 834817) is a pleasant spacious cafe open every day from 10am lunchtime and in the evening during the week and all day at the Alfreton Golf Course is soon reached after you emerge from the trees, notification. The small hamlet of Golden Valley close to the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border is situated a few miles from Alfreton and within reach of the Peak District National Park. Turn attractions. Turn Cross over and follow it for about 45 yards. along the edge of a wood � after 300 yards a stile leads into the wood Turn right when you reach the top of the second field along a farm track Little or no climbing, but mud can be expected in the woods on the far side of the railway line. Climb to the right, away from the canal and into woodland. closed in March 1969. Terrain:     interest of the walk. hours for the walk. weekends. 2. Best Boxing Day walks in the UK. A clearly marked path now takes you round a disused quarry and Belper/Amber Valley  in front of the church along a stone slab path. a stile and turn immediately left, to walk down a farm track for about Go under the bridge in order to reach canal-side cottages and a. Bookmark this site so as not repaired much of the damage done. Derbyshire Wildlife Trust�s Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve, created out of a After crossing lovely Alfreton Park and the local golf course, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust’s Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve, created out of a … the next two fields, keeping close to the hedge. Contents Page. Stanage Edge is an impressive gritstone outcrop, several miles long. 16. Contents Page. Required fields are marked *. through Amber Valley countryside. Western Moors - Lyme Park, Shining Tor & Goyt Valley Walks. the other side of the course, the path descends through the trees and A spacious family and dog-friendly brick-built cottage on the edge of the Golden Valley with beautiful walks from the door. Continue across fields along an obvious route angling slightly to the where a stepped path is descended. From the car park turn right to walk past the kiosk shop and over Barbrook Bridge on what was part of the 1759 turnpike road from Chesterfield until the road was re-routed a century later to what we now know as the A629.

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