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We are the Broxtowe Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is a gentle walk along part of the Erewash Valley trail. The walk is around 8.5 miles and generally uses good paths and trails. 

Sunday, 3 March 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.5km / 8.4mi
Ascent:
121m / 397ft
Type:
circular

The route follows part of the Erewash Valley Trail and the Nottingham Canal nature trail. There are toilets and opportunities for refreshments along the route.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 47665 43221
Nearest postcode:
NG16 2SE
what3words:
shout.daisy.nobody
Start time:
10:00 am

The Nottingham Canal nature reserve car park at Newtons Lane is free. The start is also accessible by public transport using "the two" - Nottingham - Ilkeston - Cotmanhay (TrentBarton) using the bus stop on the A609.

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