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Amber Valley
Crich

Grattens Bridge – Cromford Canal Towpath loop from Crich

Easy

4.7

(40)

107

hikers

Grattens Bridge – Cromford Canal Towpath loop from Crich

01:49

6.27km

160m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.63 km

View of the Valley Near Cromford Canal

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

2.91 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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3

3.35 km

Cromford Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

The Cromford Canal ran 14.5 miles (23.3 km) from Cromford just south of Matlock to the Erewash Canal. The canal was agreed in 1789 and completed by 1794. The canal …

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4

4.26 km

The Family Tree

Highlight • Cafe

This coffee stop came recommended and it did not disappoint. The food and drink was excellant but allow time because it was busy and often is!

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5

6.12 km

The Loaf

Highlight • Restaurant

If you want quality tasting food and coffee then Loaf is a must stop. Freshly baked bread and cakes, delicious coffee, sandwiches, pastries, pasties etc. you’d be a fool to miss it.

theloaf.co.uk

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6.27 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.42 km

697 m

611 m

539 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.61 km

1.74 km

849 m

629 m

364 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Sunday 18 October

13°C

8°C

13 %

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