The proposed route essentially follows the valley bottom of the Derwent Valley (as far as Rowsley) as much as possible, in order to provide a relatively flat route. This makes it more accessible to users such as children, wheelchairs etc. From Rowsley to Bakewell, a possible route follows the Wye Valley climbing the side of the valley to the north of the A6 and then dropping down to meet the southern end of the Monsal Trail.
The precise location of the route has not yet been determined and there are several variations. The route was surveyed in 1999 by Sustrans and their results are published in a report (which you can borrow from one of the group members). During 2008, the DVCG will carry out an updated survey of possible routes.
The route has been included in the recently produced West Derbyshire and High Peak Greenways Strategy, which is available from the County Council Countryside Service.
