Derwent Valley Line

Here at #DerwentValley Line #CommunityRail Partnership we're proud of our home valley 💚 We update the events and blog on our website regularly to highlight the best seasonal things to do here: derwentvalleyline.org.uk #PeakDistrict #TravelByTrain #Matlock #Derby #Nottingham

Waking up to a beautiful sunny morning I decided to get out and see the signs of spring on an easy 4 mile walk from Duffield station to Belper station, over the Chevin and following the ancient Portway along the ridge of the Derwent Valley.

Travelling along the beautiful Derwent Valley Line, with intriguing cities and market towns, theme parks, outdoor pursuits, mills and museums, historic houses and gardens and much more 🫶 derwentvalleyline.org.uk #DerwentValleyLine #DerwentValley #DerwentValleyRailway

Did you know that a world of adventure is available with Rapid Horizons in Ambergate? Rapid Horizons are an outdoor adventure company offering river activities on the River Derwent. Check out their website for more information derwentvalleyline.org.uk/things-to-do/r…

A trip to Derby Museum and Art Gallery! Arriving at Whatstandwell station I hopped on the train to Derby, enjoying views of the River Derwent along the journey. From Derby station it took me about 20 minutes to walk to the museum and art gallery. derwentvalleyline.org.uk/things-to-do/d…

Date for your diary, Belper Farmer's Market, Saturday 8th February from 8:30am - 1pm 🍅🧀🌾 To find out more visit the events page on our website derwentvalleyline.org.uk/events/belper-… #Belper #BelperStation #FarmersMarket #BelperFarmersMarket #DerwentValleyLine

Did you know that what is now the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, became known as the ‘The Milk and Honey Line’, when following suspension of passenger services in 1947, the railway continued to carry goods including milk and honey? derwentvalleyline.org.uk/stations/duffi…

The Derwent Valley has outstanding industrial and cultural heritage, and has a vibrant arts and crafts scene today. Currently on display at Derby Museum & Art Gallery, The Missing Act is an exhibition of new paintings by artist Max Gimson. Find out more derbymuseums.org/museum-and-art…

There’s so much History and heritage to enjoy when you take the train to Matlock. Haddon Hall Find out more here: derwentvalleyline.org.uk/things-to-do/h… #travelbytrain #publictransport #derwentvalleyhistory #derwentvalleyherita

At this time of year, many of us are considering our aims for the coming year. Perhaps improving your carbon footprint and choosing a greener way to travel or maybe you are looking to do some volunteering, making new connections and helping your local community?

Winter wildlife is boring? We don’t think so! There are still so many amazing colours to be found amongst the frost 🌞 Today we have been writing about some of our favourite things to spot out on walks in the winter months, so keep an eye out for this on our blog soon.

Looking to get outside more this year? A scenic rail trip to Derwent Valley followed by a station-to-station walk might be the perfect pace to start. Take a look at the walks section of our website to find out more 🌞 #StationWalks #ExploreMore #DerwentValley #ScenicRail

Make the most of the sparkling selection of festivities happening all along Derwent Valley this season. We have highlighted a few of our top picks over on our blog, all of which are accessible by train. derwentvalleyline.org.uk/news/festiviti… #Derwentvalley #publictransport #travelbytrain

Take in some of Derbyshire finest views. Get there by train on the scenic Derwent Valley line, where you'll also get a great view from the train window. Take a look at our top picks of views over on our blog: derwentvalleyline.org.uk/news/amazing-v… #DerwentValleyLine #travelbytrain

This season, experience the Heights of Abraham in a whole new way as they launch their brand-new light trail. Running from the 22nd November to the 30th December, take a look at their site for more information Image credit: Heights of Abraham

Belper Winter Food and Gift Fair returns this year on Sunday 24th November. This year’s event is particularly special as the event will be combined with the Christmas lights switch on, from 5pm. Save the hassle of parking and arrive on the train!

Autumn is well and truly here with a flood of orange leaves transforming the landscapes we know and love. Soak up the wonder of autumn's colours with some of our top picks for family friendly winter walks in Derwent Valley: derwentvalleyline.org.uk/news/family-wi…

As the landscapes turn golden, enjoy amazing views in Derwent Valley. Getting to some of Derbyshire's finest views by train on the scenic Derwent Valley line means you'll also get a great view from the train window. derwentvalleyline.org.uk/news/amazing-v… Photo by: Kaylee Eden

There’s so much History and heritage to enjoy when you take the train to Derby including Museum of Making, Pickford's House and the Museum and Art Gallery. Best of all taking the train is one of the greenest ways to travel, so you’ll be helping the environment too #DaysOutByRail

Today we’re uniting with our #CommunityRail family to celebrate #DaysOutByRail. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be encouraging you to consider taking the train for your next day trip, short break or longer stay. Check out our website here: derwentvalleyline.org.uk

Lace up your boots and hop on the train to one of the many wonderful walking locations along the Derwent Valley train line. Read more about some of our favourite autumnal walks here: derwentvalleyline.org.uk/news/autumn-wa… #peakdistrict #travelbytrain #communityrail #explorethepeakdistrict