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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.

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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
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Overview

From Creswell Crags Visitor Centre we follow the Robin Hood Way to the edge of Sherwood Forest.  Returning across fields to Creswell Crags, we walk round the gorge beneath caves occupied by stone age people over tens of thousands of years.  There is an opportunity after the walk to visit the museum (entrance fee) and café.  Caves can only be visited by booking guided tours; if you book a tour it should start at 1430 at the earliest and you should coordinate with others in the same car.

Sunday, 19 October 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
70m / 230ft
Type:
circular

The walk is on paths with very little ascent or descent. 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 will come across road crossings, fields with crops, muddy/slippery sections, farm livestock & warning signs.  You should remain alert and take individual responsibility.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SK 34960 38056
Nearest postcode:
DE22 1EN
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Darley Park Drive car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 54032 74456
Nearest postcode:
S80 3LQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Creswell Crags Visitor Centre, opens at 10. Car park charge

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