Whether you are an established walk leader or are new to leading walks and are interested in leading a walk please email Sue Croysdale to book a date or get advice.
| November | December | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 23 | 7, 21 |
| Wednesday | 25 | 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| Thursday | 3, 17, 31 | |
| Saturday | 7 | 5, 19 |
| Sunday | 29 | 13, 27 |
Our group walks are published, sometimes at short notice, here, and can be subject to change, depending on weather conditions.
To be informed of any changes, join our Walk Information WhatsApp group.
Wednesday 4 November 2026
just over 4 miles
Start at: West Park Leisure Centre car park, by the climbing frame, Wilsthorpe Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK478332
Nearest postcode: NG10 4AA
what3words: linen.parade.prom
Flat walk covering the Erewash Canal, Erewash River and Toton washlands, crossing the two new bridges in Long Eaton (approximately 10 steps). There is also a short section of pavement walking. Toilets at start and finish in the leisure centre.
Contact: Ann Church - 07825 219464
Thursday 5 November 2026
8 miles
Start at: Bradley Church, Bradley, near Ashbourne
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK225457
Nearest postcode: DE6 1PG
what3words: teacher.conqueror.showcases
Undulating with no serious hills. The 14th century church is worth a visit before turning west to Hole in the Wall (Butch and Sundance may be sighted). On to War Farm and Osmaston village, returning via Rough Woods and Lady Pond. A couple of walkers armed with secateurs would be useful. Please take care with the awkward left turn off the A517 between Belper and Ashbourne.
Contact: Allan - 07905 626076
Monday 9 November 2026
7 miles
Start at: Outside Coxbench Hall, Alfreton Road, on the north side (roadside parking)
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK370436
Nearest postcode: DE21 5BB
what3words: tells.neat.humble
An undulating walk in pleasant countryside, muddy in places. No toilets.
Contact: Brenda & Paul 07931295151
Wednesday 11 November 2026
4.5 miles
Start at: Sutton Bonington playing fields car park
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK505252
Nearest postcode: LE12 5PE
what3words: shortcuts.piston.sculpting
A flat walk with no stiles through the village and along the river. There may be some mud if it has rained.
Contact: Caroline Levey and Trevor Hudson - 07517 479420
Sunday 15 November 2026
8 miles
Start at: Free car park behind Draycott Fish Bar off the A6005, or surrounding streets
Start time: 10.00am
Grid Reference: SK441333
Nearest postcode: DE72 3NJ
Please note the earlier 10.00am start. Follow the Derby and Sandiacre Canal Path from Draycott to Borrowash and Spondon, then footpaths to Ockbrook and back to Draycott. Mainly flat with one hill. Toilets at start and finish.
Contact: Brian Marshall - 01332 873849 / 07394 182009
Wednesday 18 November 2026
4 miles
Start at: Ticknall Village Hall car park, Ingleby Road. Donation box by the toilets.
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK352240
Nearest postcode: DE73 7JX
what3words: cried.doghouse.snap
Walk through the village, carefully crossing the road at the Stag sign, then through the limeyards and along the tramway to Calke, passing through two dark tunnels with low roofs. At Calke, follow a well laid stone footpath, explore and stop for a coffee break, then return along a grassy footpath to Ticknall village. The leaders will inform the Wheel Inn and the small coffee shop nearby. Photographs will be taken for Facebook. Two stiles; footpaths may be muddy and slippery.
Contact: Marion Bryce and Christine Widdowson - 07754 851290 / 07981 260803
Thursday 19 November 2026
8 miles
Start at: Goods Road, Belper, where the 'old cobbler' leading will be waiting. Follow the road to the left when you exit the A6.
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK347468
Nearest postcode: DE36 1UW
what3words: exposing.asks.splashes
Explore 23 hidden alleyways and cobbled roads, trodden and worn by mill workers, nailers and railway men for two hundred years. Many old cobbled paths remain, while others have been covered by tarmac and cement. A surprisingly taxing walk with many ups and downs, occasional viewpoints and much history.
Contact: Allan Gilbert - 07905 626076
Saturday 21 November 2026
approx 6.5-7 miles
Start at: Trent Lock car park
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK489313
Nearest postcode: NG10 2FY
From the car park along the river embankment to Sawley Bridge, then onto Horseshoe Bridge and in and around the Easton side of Shardlow. Return via fields to Sawley Bridge, across the golf course to the Erewash Canal and Trent Lock. Distance subject to the final return route taken. Dogs on tight leads due to the cycle route. Possible mud in fields depending on weather. No toilets.
Contact: Brian Bennett - 0115 9723615
Our group walks are published, sometimes at short notice, here, and can be subject to change, depending on weather conditions.
To be informed of any changes, join our Walk Information WhatsApp group.
Wednesday 2 December 2026
4.95 miles
Start at: The Carpenter Arms, Moor Lane, Dale Abbey. Park at the far rear of the customer car park.
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK436389
Nearest postcode: DE7 4PP
what3words: unleashed.requests.sheds
Ascent 478 feet. Free parking; the pub and its toilets are closed at the start, with no facilities en route. Please support the pub after the walk if possible in appreciation of the parking. Walk through estate land, woodland and grassy fields, mostly on wide surfaced tracks with short sections of rough, steep and possibly slippery footpaths. Approximately 25 steep wooden steps up to the Hermitage cave, four rickety stiles and one narrow footbridge with railings. No livestock, but horses may be on the bridleways. Crosses the busy, fast A6096 twice.
Contact: Christine - 07981260803
Saturday 12 December 2026
approx 5.5 miles
Start at: Corner of Derby Road and Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, by the Golden Jubilee Clock
Start time: 10.30am
Grid Reference: SK416345
Nearest postcode: DE72 3JW
what3words: celebrate.pigtails.sprayed
For one weekend only, I'm back in Derby, and have been given special dispensation to lead this Saturday walk! A linear walk along the River Derwent, returning via i4 or indigo bus from Derby Bus Station. Buses run every 10 minutes, with a journey time of approximately 20 minutes. From memory, only a couple of stiles; footpaths generally good. Coffee stop and toilets at the cafe in Alvaston Park. Opportunity for Christmas shopping in Derby at the end before making your own way back to Borrowash. Please be aware of parking restrictions in Borrowash.
Contact: Stephen Bate - 0778-860-0708
We are a local group of the Ramblers,
based in south-east Derbyshire, established in 1981. We organise group walks in the
local area and beyond, lead by experienced walk leaders. We are a friendly bunch of like minded
people who enjoy the many benefits of walking in the open air. Our Footpath Secretary and Wardens work diligently to monitor and do minor cutting back on footpaths to help maintain Rights of Way in the Erewash area.