Allestree Park – Curly Bridge loop from Duffield

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Allestree Park – Curly Bridge loop from Duffield

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Allestree Park – Curly Bridge loop from Duffield

02:49

45.4km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 16 m for 7 m

After 45.4 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.63 km

Allestree Park

Highlight • Settlement

The 18-hole Golf Course opened in 1955, was closed in December 2020 and has now disappeared. There are several colour-coded & waymarked walking, running & nature trails to enjoy. Allestree …

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8.41 km

The Orangery Café, Markeaton Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Orangery that is now a cafe. Previously part of Markeaton Hall (now demolished). The orangery and other outbuildings survive and there is a series of small craft businesses in the …

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8.60 km

Tarmac Pathways in Markeaton Park

Highlight (Segment) • Rest Area

Great tarmac paths in Markeaton Park that are good for families. Can take a circular route and good for bikes, scooters and other vehicles that benefit from a great surface. …

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9.15 km

Curly Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Local landmark for cyclists and pedestrians. Bridge over the busy A38 linking Markeaton Park with routes into Derby city centre.

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12.3 km

Mickleover Meadows

Nature Reserve

13.4 km

Mickleover Greenway (National Cycle Network Route 54)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Old railway line (Great Northern line) converted into a multi-user path. Runs through gentle and scenic Derbyshire countryside well away from roads. Sustrans NCN route 54.
Large number of benches …

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23.0 km

Small cafe that is very friendly to cyclists. The local Sustrans volunteer rangers use the cafe for regular meetings and their Christmas party.
Located within the large camper van outside showroom.
Bike parking immediately outside the cafe.

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45.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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