Derby Nomad Way
A long distance footpath of 49 miles which makes a complete circle around the outskirts of the city of Derby, visiting many surrounding towns, villages and beauty spots. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Dale Abbey
Distance: 49 miles (78 km)
Grid Ref: SK436388
Climbing: 790 metres
Walk time: 20-24 hours
Days: 3-4
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
245 The National Forest
259 Derby, Uttoxeter, Ashbourne and Cheadle
260 Nottingham and Vale of Belvoir
259 Derby, Uttoxeter, Ashbourne and Cheadle
260 Nottingham and Vale of Belvoir
Summary:
The Derby Nomad Way is a circular walking route around the City of Derby. It was created in 2010 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Derby Nomad Ramblers Club. The route uses existing footpaths to design a permanent long distance path and it has been designed to go through or near to as many of the villages, historical sites, natural features and places of interest as possible. These include Dale Abbey, Stanton-by-Dale, Sandiacre, Risley, Breaston, Draycott, Great Wilne, Shardlow, Aston-on-Trent, Weston-on-Trent, Trent and Mersey Canal, Swarkestone, Barrow upon Trent, Finderne, Etwall, Dalbury, Lees, Kirk Langley, Kedleston Park, Quarndon, Duffield, Little Eaton, Morley Smithy and Stanley.
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Long Distance Walkers Association
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