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High Peak Junction – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from National Tramway Museum

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High Peak Junction – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from National Tramway Museum

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High Peak Junction – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from National Tramway Museum

01:23

5.04km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Derwent Valley Mills WHS

Waypoints

Start point

Guest House

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2.39 km

The Catch Pit on the High Peak Trail

Highlight • Historical Site

If the thought of a runaway wagon racing towards you at speeds of up to 120mph on the downhill doesn't appeal to you - the Catch Pit might seem like …

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2.66 km

High Peak Junction

Highlight • Historical Site

High Peak Junction was where the Old Comford and High Peak railway met the Cromford Canal. It is now a great spot to take a break with a shop that sells hot drinks and snacks.

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3.06 km

Leawood Pumphouse was built in 1849 to pump water from the River Derwent into Cromford Canal.

It is still in full working condition, check the website for operating dates throughout the summer season.

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3.29 km

Cromford Canal and Pump House

Highlight • Trail

just a great walk

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3.37 km

Aqueduct Cottage

Highlight • Historical Site

Aqueduct Cottage is a historic 19th century building located along the pretty River Derwent within the Derwent Valley. It was built in 1802 as a home for a lengthsman (someone …

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3.81 km

Lea Wood Railway Tunnel

Highlight • Historical Site

About 50m from the junction with the Cromford Canal, the Matlock to Derby railway emerges from the tunnel under Lea Wood and crosses the River Derwent.

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4.59 km

Cromford Canal Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

5.04 km

Homesford Cottage Tearoom

Highlight • Cafe

My favourite tearoom in Derbyshire! The best food, cake and service. Highly recommend anyone to drop in mid-ride for some refuelling. It is great vegetarian and vegan options also.
During …

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5.04 km

End point

Guest House

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.24 km

1.20 km

746 m

703 m

161 m

Surfaces

2.56 km

1.52 km

743 m

161 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Wednesday 24 June

31°C

17°C

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High Peak Junction – Cromford Canal and Pump House loop from National Tramway Museum

The Catch Pit on the High Peak Trail

High Peak Junction

Leawood Pumphouse

Cromford Canal and Pump House

Aqueduct Cottage

Lea Wood Railway Tunnel

Cromford Canal Tunnel

Homesford Cottage Tearoom

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