Erewash Nature Reserve – Erewash Meadows Nature Reserve loop from Ironville CP

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Erewash Nature Reserve – Erewash Meadows Nature Reserve loop from Ironville CP

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Erewash Nature Reserve – Erewash Meadows Nature Reserve loop from Ironville CP

02:55

11.1km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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1.68 km

Erewash Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

2.71 km

Alpacas at Codnor Castle

Highlight • Trail

The trail is now fenced in on both sides by National Heritage and private property, but there are Alpacas on route now! these are privately owned so please do not feed.

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3.13 km

Codnor Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Medieval Castle and seat of the De Grey family, now in ruins but well worth a visit, especially if it coincides with one of the Codnor Castle Heritage Trusts open days

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5.31 km

Aldercar Lane Fishery

Highlight • Lake

Maggie's Den Cafe is on this route NG16 4HJ amazing food and drink

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7.24 km

Erewash Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

This reserve forms part of the largest area of floodplain grassland and wetland in the Erewash Valley and includes a section of the disused Cromford Canal.

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7.82 km

River Erewash

Highlight • River

The River Erewash is a tributary of the River Trent that flows roughly southwards through Derbyshire, close to its eastern border with Nottinghamshire.

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8.96 km

Erewash Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

Erewash Nature Reserve is the largest area of floodplain and grassland in the Erewash Valley. It's managed by the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. Look out for water voles and water birds.

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