Paddle Peak volunteers cleaned the Derwent between Darley Dale and Artists Corner, removing traffic cones, tyres, buckets, bottles, cans and other rubbish from the river. Derbyshire Dales District Council then collected the material for disposal.
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Planning approved for Belper West Bank
Planning permission for the Belper West Bank section of the Derwent Valley Cycleway was granted subject to 17 conditions. Work now turns to resolving those conditions, fundraising and assembling the people and skills needed to deliver the route.
Heritage Way completed in under 17 hours
Tom Wright and Timothy Moffatt completed the full Derwent Valley Heritage Way in under 17 hours, raising money for the University of Sheffield’s student hardship fund. The Trust congratulates them on an exceptional end-to-end effort.
Heritage Way remains in good shape
Heritage Way Rangers’ summer inspections found the route generally in excellent condition. Volunteers dealt with fallen branches, vegetation, litter, minor erosion and missing waymarkers to keep the 55-mile trail clear and well signed.
Derwent Pilgrimage covers the full river
Friends of the Derwent walked the 56 miles from Ladybower Reservoir to Derwent Mouth to raise awareness of pollution in the River Derwent. The pilgrimage included a gathering at Belper River Gardens along the way.
Rangers improve a damp section near Milford
Heritage Way Rangers have improved a long-standing damp section between Wildersley Farm and the Holly Bush pub in Milford. Drainage ditches and stepping stones now make the path easier to use.
Belper West Bank Approval
The planning application for the Belper West Bank section has been approved subject to conditions. Work is continuing on resolving those conditions and identifying possible funding support.
