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Broxtowe Group

We are the Broxtowe Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Leaving the car park the walk heads in the direction of the village of Great Wilne and then returns in the direction of Shardlow. A flat walk then follows eventually bring us to Aston-on-Trent. There will be a stop here allowing lunch and a look at the Grade 1 listed church. Then across to theTrent and Mersey canal and back to Shardlow.

Sunday, 19 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
67m / 220ft
Type:
circular

Car park is free. No public toilets at the start or en route. Aston does have pubs and a bar cafe which may give opportunities for a break. Bring packed lunch.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 44520 30441
Nearest postcode:
DE72 2HA
what3words:
point.paramedic.meatball
Start time:
10:00 am

Wilne Lane is on the right by the Navigation Inn if approaching from Cavendish Bridge. Wilne Lane car park is then on the RHS just before the bridge over the canal.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking