Waterways > River Derwent
The River Derwent, Derbyshire, mostly flows through the Peak District in a naturally rural setting. The scenic qualities throughout the course of the river flow towards the Peak District National Park.
The total length of the River Derwent.
The lower river Derwent was made navigable under an Act of Parliament in 1720, until 1795 when traffic was stopped and owners of the Derby Canal took control.
During the Industrial Revolution the River Derwent played an important role in powering several textile mills along the river.
Environment Agency
The decision to scrap much of the Eastern Leg of HS2 Phase 2b, means that the Erewash Canal is no longer under threat from HS2.
The decision to scrap much of the Eastern Leg of HS2 Phase 2b, means that the Trent Navigation’s Cranfleet Cut is no longer under threat from HS2.
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