Temporary Closure of Route 64 (Nutbrook Trail) – from September 2025
A section of Route 64, known as the Nutbrook Trail, between Crompton Road and the Erewash Canal in Ilkeston will be closed from early September 2025. This closure is due to the redevelopment of the adjacent New Stanton Park.
A new, improved path is being constructed through the business park to replace the existing route. This will provide a safer and more direct connection between the Nutbrook Trail and the Erewash Canal, removing the need to cross Crompton Road.
Works to relocate the current path will take place throughout the autumn. During this time, this section of the trail will be inaccessible.
An alternative route is available via Crompton Road and Hallam Fields Road. Please plan your journey in advance and allow extra time if travelling in this area.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience during these improvements.
This route crosses Derbyshire’s Amber Valley, following the attractive Erewash Canal in the first half and the route of the old Stanton Branch Line railway in the second.
Starting beside Tamworth Road in Long Eaton, the ride follows the towpath between the Erewash Canal and River Erewash to the wet meadows of Toton Washlands. Pretty locks and red brick mill buildings are a feature of the opening miles and the pastoral setting is incredibly relaxing. At Stanton Lock you leave the canal behind to join the old railway path, loosely following the course of the River Nutbrook, which gives the route its name.
Travelling through wild, open scrubland you’ll enter Shipley Country Park, with an impressive viewing tower just off the route. The trail through thick woodland leads to the edges of the large Shipley Lake, followed by the smaller Osborne’s Pond. End at the park’s visitor centre and café, or better still, at the volunteer-run Derby Lodge Tea Room in the heart of the park, a charming old building with lovely views across Derbyshire from its gardens.
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Please note
We have taken all responsible steps to ensure that these routes are safe and achievable by people with a reasonable level of fitness.
However, all outdoor activities involve a degree of risk. To the extent permitted by law, Sustrans accepts no responsibility for any accidents or injury resulting from following these routes.
Walking and cycling routes change over time. Weather conditions may also affect path surfaces.
Please use your own judgement when using the routes based upon the weather and the ability, experience and confidence levels of those in your group.