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The Chevin Descent to Milford – Belper Bridge loop from Belper

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The Chevin Descent to Milford – Belper Bridge loop from Belper

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The Chevin Descent to Milford – Belper Bridge loop from Belper

01:08

10.0km

200m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

359 m

Belper Memorial Gardens

Highlight • Monument

Belper Memorial Gardens are located centrally in Belper and contain trees, attractive planting and a number of benches. George Herbert Strutt, the cotton mill owner and philanthropist granted the land …

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2

572 m

Belper River Gardens and the Stone Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town of Belper has a fascinating industrial history. Hot on the heels of Cromford to the north, …

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3

3.17 km

Dark Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Climb out of Makeney, starts off as Tarmac changes to stone and then to natural singletrack before spitting you out onto Shaws Road.

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4

4.06 km

Holly Bush Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

Excellent pub, first class ales & food, lovely staff, once visited by Dick Turpin, what more could you ask for.

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5

5.49 km

The Chevin Descent to Milford

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a really fun and fast blast with some great rocky features. Best on a mountain bike, but can also be fun on a gravel bike too, if you're happy to take it a bit steadier!

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6

6.28 km

Midshires Way Bridleway – Belper

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Really great bit of bridleway across the top of Belper. This is a good, really long track with some techy features, for off-road bikes only.

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7

9.26 km

Belper Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Belper Bridge carries the A517 across the River Derwent.

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8

9.28 km

River Derwent Weir and Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Bridge over the river Derwent, scenic little spot.

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B

10.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.00 km

2.57 km

2.06 km

1.01 km

864 m

508 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.25 km

2.80 km

1.67 km

1.24 km

921 m

171 m

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Lowest point (60 m)

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