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Matlock Bath – Cromford Wharf loop from Whatstandwell

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Matlock Bath – Cromford Wharf loop from Whatstandwell

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Matlock Bath – Cromford Wharf loop from Whatstandwell

01:36

15.4km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.20 km

Derwent Gardens

Highlight • River

Derwent Gardens is a formal park located on the southern side of the Pavilion in Matlock Bath, overlooking the River Derwent.

The distinctive emphasis of the gardens is water. Several thermal springs emerge in the park creating the water gardens. Grottos and alcoves also provide unique features within the beautiful gardens.

Found across a river bridge opened in 1969, the Lovers' Walks are a series of footpaths along the riverside and up and over the spectacular cliffs.

Facilities include a bandstand, playarea, picnic area and rowing boats.

derbyshiredales.gov.uk/leisure/parks-and-open-spaces/derwent-gardens-matlock-bath

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8.25 km

Matlock Bath

Highlight • Gorge

Lovely colorful cafe in Matlock Bath on the edge of the Peak District. Perfect for all kinds of cyclists and walkers. There is plenty of space outside to leave bikes in sight from anywhere in the cafe. Inside there is plenty of seating and some fun quirky decor. The food and drink are great! All plant-based with some good gluten-free options. The serving sizes are decent for the reasonable prices. Would highly recommend the cake, sundaes and full English. The coffees come in a cafeteria which means there are two cups each for the price of one. The hot drinks are also served with a biscuit from the biscuit barrel, featuring bourbons, party rings and Oreos.
Overall a great stop!

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10.1 km

St Mary's Church, Cromford

Highlight • Historical Site

A lovely old church.

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10.2 km

Cromford Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Dog friendly cafe - if you sit outdoors under cover. Free toilets over other side of car park. Reasonable car park about £3 for about 5 hours or so. In the Summer, there's an old bloke who captains a visitor barge up and down the canal from this point, towed by a beautiful old black and white Clydesdale

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10.3 km

Cromford Canal

Highlight (Segment) • River

A lovely canal from Matlock out to the start of the High Peak Trail. There is a cafe at the High Peak Junction on the canal. The trail starts behind the cafe.

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15.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.38 km

3.78 km

2.05 km

1.67 km

557 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.98 km

3.21 km

1.61 km

1.58 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 7 July

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Matlock Bath – Cromford Wharf loop from Whatstandwell

Derwent Gardens

Matlock Bath

St Mary's Church, Cromford

Cromford Wharf

Cromford Canal

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