You might have obtained a leaflet about the Derwent Valley Heritage Way. Although still useful, the leaflet was printed a number of years ago and some of the information is now out of date. This page provides updates.
Derwent Valley Heritage Way guidebook
The guidebook can be purchased from our eBay shop and from some local bookshops in the Derwent Valley.
Cycling in the Derwent Valley
The Derby cycle route guide is available from the Derby Connected website
Easy Planning for Walkers
The package described in the leaflet as available from the Tourist Information Office is no longer offered.
However various holiday companies offer similar packages including Brigantes
Other walking opportunities
A list of various walks maintained by Amber Valley Borough Council can be found on the Amber Valley website.
Tourist Information Centres
Information on the Derwent Valley can be found at visitor information centres throughout Derbyshire.
Rail Services
The contact number for National Rail is 03457 48 49 50
Bus Services
Whilst a lot of the information in the leaflet is still valid, details of timetables and prices have changed. In particular the Traveline phone number is no longer valid. For up to date information visit this Derbyshire council site
Heritage Way Drawing/Map
Since publication of the leaflet, the following changes affect items marked on the map:
- American Adventure theme park has closed
- A heritage railway, Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, linking Duffield and Wirksworth has opened.
