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Cromford

High Peak Junction – Cromford Wharf loop from Derbyshire

Easy

4.7

(10)

106

hikers

High Peak Junction – Cromford Wharf loop from Derbyshire

01:18

4.52km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

119 m

Cromford Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Cromford Mill was the world’s first successful water powered cotton spinning mill. It was built in 1771 by Sir Richard Arkwright.

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2

1.22 km

A welcome site! This signpost is beyond the halfway mark on the steep climb up Sheep Pasture Hill 😮‍💨

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3

1.43 km

Not an easy hike in parts but worth it in the end

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4

2.39 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

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5

3.97 km

Cromford Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Cromford Meadows is a great starting point for many walks in the area including Cromford Meadows, Cromford Canal, and Bow Wood. There are lots of amenities nearby including cafés, toilets, parking and a bus stop.

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6

4.23 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 …

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7

4.32 km

The Arkwright family are buried in the graveyard of St Mary's Parish Church in Cromford.

Sir Richard Arkwright is buried in the crypt beneath the chancel and nave of the …

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4.52 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.85 km

1.21 km

325 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.09 km

876 m

401 m

129 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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