Derwent Valley Heritage Way
Derwent Valley Mills WHS, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Derwent Valley Mills WHS, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 51.9 mi (83.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,965 ft (599 m)
- Est. Time
- 17 hr 40 min
- High point
- 705 ft (215 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Little Stryne Fishing, Caravan, and Camping 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Phil Ollerenshaw 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Maureen Ann Buckley 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Pauline Frances Lancaster 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Picnic area 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Trentbarton 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
- Visitor center: Bus information office 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
- Historic site: Erasmus Darwin 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Herbert Spencer Philosopher Memorial 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from start
- Historic site: William Hutton Historian Memorial 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Exeter Bridge Rebuilt 1929-31 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Derby Sales & Information Centre 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Dr. John Hollis Pigot 1757-1794 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Battle of Trafalgar 1805 Oak Tree 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Anne Frank (1929 - 1945) 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Olga Nahlak (1917 - 1997) 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Historic site: John Lombe; George Sorocold 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 11 mi (17.8 km) from start
- Spring 22.2 mi (35.7 km) from start
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Questions about Derwent Valley Heritage Way
How long is Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
Derwent Valley Heritage Way is 51.9 mi (83.5 km) long. Most people take about 17 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,965 ft (599 m) in total, up to a high point of 705 ft (215 m).
How hard is Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
Drinking water on the way at 10.8 mi (17.3 km), 30 mi (48.3 km), 32.7 mi (52.6 km), 51.9 mi (83.5 km). Toilets: 10.8 mi (17.3 km), 25.9 mi (41.7 km), 26.9 mi (43.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Derwent Valley Heritage Way shaded?
Partly shaded (54% under trees).
What can you do on Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
The Boathouse, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 1.1 mi (1.8 km). 14 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Derwent Valley Heritage Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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