Tuesday 19 August 2008

Duffield & The Chevin - walk

Issue 8 of All Things Local features a delightful walk supplied by Angela Clarke of Belper.

Duffield & The Chevin - A walk that explores the countryside to the north of Duffield. The route runs along the top of the Chevin and has views of two contrasting valleys, before reaching the outskirts of Duffield.

The return route visits the River Ecclesbourne before climbing uphill to Hazelwood Hill.

Time this walk right and as long as you take a suitable container, you could return with a good supply of blackberries.

Start: Lay-by on Farnah Green Road opposite turning to Hazelwood (SK 3369 46311)

Route: Firestone - North Lane - Chevin End - Duffield - River Ecclesbourne - Hazelwood Hill - Firestone

Map: Explorer OL 259: Derby

Distance: 4.75 miles

Terrain: Good paths that can be overgrown in Summer

Refreshments: None on route but plenty available in Duffield

Toilets: None on route.

A full description can be found on pages 40 and 41 of Issue 8 - All Things Local

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