In this book: each chapter features a different walk & contains clear & precise walk data with a map & gives information on local conveniences refreshments & other places of interest in the locality; every route offers the option of the long walk or the shorter version; & route details give facts on various landmarks passed by the history of each place & some feature tales of famous names connected to the area. The Derwent Valley is one of this countrys finest assets both from the point of view of its heritage & magnificent scenery. Although only about 60 miles in length it fills mighty reservoirs near its source & has been harnessed to power mills & most importantly played an outstanding part in the Industrial Revolution. This was recognised in 2001 when the Derwent Valley was awarded World Heritage Status the site running from Masson Mill at Matlock Bath to the former Derby Silk Mill a distance of Approx. 15 miles. It is the only World Heritage Site in the East Midlands. In this title the walks & features are designed to enable visitors to discover this unique & stunningly beautiful valley both from the valley floor & high up on the surrounding hills & cliff tops. The walks are suitable both for the long distance walker as well as for those who just want a short walk. As they can be completed in short or long stages dependent on time & choice. In total there are twenty linear walks & ten circular walks. The latter can all be subdivided into two short walks making fifty walks in all to provide hours of exploration & enjoyment. Suggested refreshment stops suitable for both linear & circular walks have been listed. Also numerous places of interest both in the Derwent Valley & a little further away which if you have the time you will find well worth the effort of visiting. Some are open all year others on a more restricted basis.