Alfreton

England · Derbyshire · Peak District & Derbyshire

Walks from Alfreton, Derbyshire

📍 Peak District & Derbyshire
Reservoir, river valley, wooded hillside, farmland
1 route available
Easy to Moderate
Free to access

🥾1 RouteAvailable
⛰Easy to ModerateDifficulty
📅Year-roundBest Months
🚗AlfretonStart Point

Alfreton is a former mining town in the Amber Valley that makes a practical and affordable base for the quieter east Derbyshire countryside. Ogston Reservoir is a renowned birdwatching site, Crich Stand memorial tower gives panoramic views, and the Derwent Valley Heritage Way passes through the area.

A practical market town with good rail connections from Nottingham and Sheffield, Alfreton is useful for those wanting to explore the less-visited eastern Derbyshire countryside on a budget.

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Sponsored Walk (alfreton- EMDO) 2

Distance: 8.7 Miles Time: 3 hours 53 minutes Elevation: 26 Feet Terrain: Mixed Start Point: Alfreton End Point: Alfreton A moderately
Distance: 8.7 miles
Starting Point: Alfreton
Terrain Type: Mixed
Elevation: 26 Feet
OS Map: OS Explorer
Walking Time: 3 hours 53 minutes
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At a Glance

Walks available1 route
DifficultyEasy to Moderate
Best monthsYear-round
TerrainReservoir, river valley, wooded hillside, farmland
CountyDerbyshire
Dogs welcome✓ Yes

Getting There

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Alfreton, Derbyshire
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Town car parks. Alfreton station (Nottingham–Leeds line)

Food & Drink

The George Hotel, Swizzels Factory Shop Café (nearby), The White Hart

Notable Walks Nearby

  • Ogston Reservoir & Woolley
  • Crich Stand & village
  • Amber Valley Way
  • Wingfield Manor circular
  • Fritchley & Crich
  • Pentrich & South Wingfield

🗺 OS Map Reference

Walking around Alfreton is covered by OS Explorer 260. Recommended for all routes in this area.

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Long Distance Trails Nearby

  • Derwent Valley Heritage Way
  • Amber Valley Way

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