Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve – River Amber loop from Alfreton

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Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve – River Amber loop from Alfreton

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Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve – River Amber loop from Alfreton

02:54

10.8km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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85 m

Alma J. Watchorn Park

Highlight • Historical Site

A park donated by Robert Watchorn, in tribute to his wife. There is much more information about the whole Watchorn complex & development and about Watchorn himself on the English …

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626 m

Alfreton Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Updated October 2022: school moved/extended to the site on another side of the park - A large park with easy walking both across and around the track (mainly for horses) …

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1.85 km

St Martin's Church, Alfreton

Highlight • Religious Site

St Martin's Church, Church Street, Alfreton, originally a 13th century church with significant later alterations.

The oldest part appears to be the stilted archway from the nave into tower and …

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3.28 km

Buttercup Meadows and View Towards Crich

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.79 km

Frogs, toads and grass snakes are among the many species to be found on this small nature reserve. There is a short circular walk around the reserve, with a pond dipping platform provided for school groups.

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5.78 km

River Amber

Highlight • River

6.18 km

All Saints Church, South Wingfield

Highlight • Religious Site

The church dates from the 12th century. The aisle and nave windows were redone in 1803 and the chancel was refashioned in 1877. The font dates from the 12th century.

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8.13 km

Beech's Plantation

Forest

10.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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