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Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Wharf loop from Ambergate

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Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Wharf loop from Ambergate

Hard

4.7

(15)

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Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Wharf loop from Ambergate

07:19

27.6km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Tips

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.84 km

Grattens Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge gives access to Crich Chase, former royal hunting grounds and now a public nature reserve.

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5.75 km

River Derwent at Whatstandwell

Highlight • Historical Site

You will enjoy beautiful views up and down the River Derwent from this bridge in Whatstandwell. The river flows through countryside and is within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

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6.68 km

Duke's Quarries Rockfaces in Oxhay Wood

Highlight • Structure

Great spot just off of the canal. Steep walk up but definitely worth it to stroll through the woods

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9.94 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

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10.9 km

Cromford Canal towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

Spot the Cromford canal stegosaurus hiding in the trees

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13.7 km

Matlock Bath

Highlight • Gorge

Lovely colorful cafe in Matlock Bath on the edge of the Peak District. Perfect for all kinds of cyclists and walkers. There is plenty of space outside to leave bikes …

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16.1 km

Woodseats Wood

Forest

17.1 km

Cromford Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Dog friendly cafe - if you sit outdoors under cover. Free toilets over other side of car park. Reasonable car park about £3 for about 5 hours or so. In …

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19.3 km

Cromford Canal and Pump House

Highlight • Trail

just a great walk

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27.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

3.57 km

2.66 km

2.10 km

1.30 km

831 m

Surfaces

16.2 km

6.32 km

2.71 km

2.28 km

116 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

22°C

12°C

26 %

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Cromford Canal towpath – Cromford Wharf loop from Ambergate

Grattens Bridge

River Derwent at Whatstandwell

Duke's Quarries Rockfaces in Oxhay Wood

High Peak Junction

Cromford Canal towpath

Matlock Bath

Cromford Wharf

Cromford Canal and Pump House

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