Country Walks

Our Footpaths and Bridleways Initiative relies on our close co-operation with a range of partners, in particular:

• Derbyshire County Council (opens in a new window)
• Erewash Ramblers Association (opens in a new window) or telephone: 0115 9140082
• British Horse Society (opens in a new window)
• Groundwork Derby and Derbyshire (opens in a new window) or telephone: 01773 535 232
• and the many landowners whose land is crossed by public rights of way.

Walking for health groups

There are several Walking for Health groups that meet within the borough.

These groups provide an ideal opportunity for you to improve your health.

Walking for health events are listed on the What's on in Erewash (opens in a new window) Calendar.

Family walks, challenge walks and circular country walks

A variety of leaflets are available detailing the wide range of country walks available in Erewash.

Leaflets are free and available from most public buildings and information points, alternatively contact us and we will send you a pack of leaflets.

0845 907 22 44 ext 4328 or ext 4329 
email: walks@erewash.gov.uk

The walks are also available to download from the related documents section. Please note that in some cases the quality of the online leaflet is not as good as we would like. If you have trouble reading these versions please contact us and we will send you hard copies.

Family walks (two to three miles)

Little Eaton

Distance: 2.5 miles
Details: three short walks from one to 2.5 miles long around this charming village.  

Ockbrook

Distance: 2.5 miles
Details: three short walks from 1.25 to 2.5 miles long around the village of Ockbrook.

Risley

Distance: 3.75 miles
Details: three short walks from 2.5 to 3.75 miles long around Risley.

West Hallam

Distance: 3 miles
Details: three short walks from 2 to 3 miles long around West Hallam village.

Stanley

Distance: 2.5 miles
Details: three short walks from 2.25 to 2.5 miles long around Stanley village.

Challenge Walks (12 to 17 miles)

Rural Erewash 

Distance: 12 miles
Details: 12 mile walk linking spectacular views of rural Erewash via ancient lanes and by-ways.

The three Rivers Walk

Distance: 17 miles
Details: 17 miles along the Rivers Trent, Derwent and Erewash.

Circular Country Walks (3 to 6 miles)

Hermits Walk

Distance: 3.25 miles
Details: Retrace the boroughs monastic past on this walk between Kirk Hallam and Dale Abbey.

Walk in the Clouds

Distance: 6 miles
Details: Explore some of the highest ground in Erewash with breathtaking views over the Trent and Erewash Valleys, from Sandiacre through Stanton-by-Dale and Risley.

The Miner's Walk

Distance: 5 miles
Details: Discover some of the old miners' paths on this stroll around Stanley.

Coffin Walk

Distance: 5 miles
Details: A gentle stroll meandering through the historic landscape around Breaston and Draycott.

The Squire's Walk

Distance: 6.5 miles
Details: From Ockbrook through Locko Park to Dale Abbey.

The Whittlestone Walk

Distance: 5 miles
Details: Explore local and natural history from Ilkeston to Mapperley.

The Roman's Walk

Distance: 5 miles
Details: Breathtaking views around Morley

The Miller's Walk

Distance: 4.5 miles
Details: Through countryside around the historic village of Dale Abbey.

The Pack Horse Trail

Distance: 3.5 miles
Details: Walk along an ancient trackway by the River Derwent, through woods and disused quarries around Little Eaton.

The Trent Meadows Walk

Distance: 5 miles
Details: Easy walk around the plain and meadows of the River Trent.

The Ranger's Walk

Distance: 7 miles
Details: Follow the Erewash Canal and the historic landscapes around Cotmanhay and Shipley.

The Ryknild Trail

Distance: 5 miles 
Details: Scenic walk through pleasant countryside visiting historic villages,Breadsall and Morley.

The Navvy's Walk

Distance: 7 miles
Details: Stroll through splendid scenery around Hopewell returning along route of former Derby canal.

The Cat and Fiddle Trail

Distance: 5.5 miles
Details: Historic walk through scenic countryside around West Hallam and Stanley.

The Farmer's Walk

Distance: 5.5 miles
Details: Scenic countryside in and around the historic villages of Risley and Dale Abbey.

The Cranfleet Trail

Distance: 2.5 miles
Details: Discover wildlife, history of Cranfleet Cut and River Trent. This route is designed for wheelchair access.

The Dragonfly Trail

Distance: 4.5 miles
Details: Nature in town and countryside...gentle stroll along canals around Ilkeston.

The Coalfields Walk

Distance: 7.5 miles
Details: Extended walk through new and mature landscapes around West Hallam.

The Bestwick Memorial Trail

Distance: 5.5 miles
Details: Pleasant walk through town and country landscapes beside the transport corridors of Erewash, past and present.

The Lewis Wilson Memorial Walk

Distance: 6 miles
Details: Historic village of Ockbrook with scenic views in the surrounding countryside.

Derbyshire County Council offers a variety of trails around the county, for further details please visit their website (opens in a new window).