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Derwent River Weir – River Derwent Weir loop from Elvaston CP

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South Derbyshire

Derwent River Weir – River Derwent Weir loop from Elvaston CP

Moderate

13

runners

Derwent River Weir – River Derwent Weir loop from Elvaston CP

01:03

9.68km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

2.59 km

Ambaston Village

Highlight • Settlement

The hamlet of Ambaston is part of the wider parish of Elvaston, which is dominated by Elvaston Castle, a country house surrounded by lovely parkland and boasting a nature reserve. …

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2

5.47 km

Derwent River Weir

Highlight (Segment) • Waterfall

Just downstream of Elvaston Castle, the River Derwent flows over a wide, stepped weir with broad impressive cascades. The surrounding wetlands are rich in wildlife, with chances to spot kingfishers, ducks, and even leaping salmon when conditions are right.

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3

6.18 km

River Derwent Weir

Highlight • Structure

4

6.20 km

River Derwent to Elvaston Castle Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Link from the River Derwent riverside cyclepath to the centre of Elvaston Castle park. reasonable surface although beware of a couple of right angled bends where visibility is poor. Completely …

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5

8.23 km

Elvaston Castle Main Gates

Highlight • Monument

These gates are chained & padlocked shut, however if you are inside trying to get out, then we found that the low wall to the side was easy to clamber over

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9.68 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.31 km

2.51 km

2.04 km

1.06 km

514 m

258 m

Surfaces

3.64 km

2.37 km

2.02 km

1.19 km

321 m

148 m

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