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Derby & S Derbyshire Group

We are the Derby and South Derbyshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Brinsley to the Cromford Canal, Codnor Gate and Codnor Castle.

Will be muddy so poles recommended

Sunday, 23 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
180m / 591ft
Type:
circular

The group does not stop at cafes or pubs for lunch, and you should bring enough food and drinks with you to last the whole walk. We usually stop for a coffee break an hour or so into the walk, and stop for packed lunch around 1230-1300 although weather and a suitable location will affect both timings.

The walk leader has assessed this walk for the following risks, but during the walk others may become evident.  You will come across, stiles, gates and other path furniture, hedges etc.  You may come across road crossings, fields with crops, muddy/slippery sections, farm livestock & warning signs.  You should remain stay alert and take individual responsibility

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 46458 48520
Nearest postcode:
NG16 5AE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park in Brinsley Nature Reserve Car Park, please car share as not a very large Car Park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking