Boat and Boots 1
Type:Walking Event
Lockoford Lane
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S41 7JB
About
A delightful cruise aboard the John Varley II with a walk for any ability along the Chesterfield Canal from vibrant Tapton Lock to beautiful Bluebank.
Here you will disembark for a lovely stroll back to the visitor centre.
Enjoy all the peace, tranquillity and wildlife this lovely waterway has to offer. Watch for wildlife and enjoy the canal from the water and the towpath.
Booking essential
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Grid reference - SK 38715 72924
This is a linear walk
No stiles
Organised by Chesterfield Canal Trust
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
---|---|---|
Adult | £9.00 per ticket | |
Child under 16 | £7.00 per child |
Booking essential.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access - Wheelchair friendly for both independent and accompanied users.
Children
- Children welcome - Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Parking
- Free Parking - Limited on street parking Tapton Lock Hill
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs must be on a lead
- Public toilets - Toilets available at some point on route
Routes
- Accessibility of route - Easy access
- Description of route - Linear walk, rest stops as required, no stiles
- Length of route (miles) - 2 miles
- Typical duration of route - 2 hours
Opening Times
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Limited parking on the road
From North/South Leave M1 motorway at junction 29 and take A617 to Chesterfield (approx 4 miles). At traffic light controlled roundabout select right hand lane and take 4th exit (A61, signposted Sheffield). At next roundabout (Tesco’s) select middle lane and take 3rd exit (brown sign for Tapton Lock).
From East Follow A617 to junction with M1 motorway and take 3rd exit (A617 signposted Chesterfield), then follow route from North/South.
From West Follow A619 to Chesterfield. At traffic light controlled roundabout (Matalan) select middle lane and take 3rd exit. Keep in left lane and, at traffic lights, go straight on. Stay in left lane and, at roundabout, select middle lane and take 2nd exit (A632). Turn immediately left onto slip road to A61 (signposted Sheffield). At next roundabout (Tesco’s) select middle lane and take 3rd exit (brown sign for Tapton Lock).
Public Transport Directions
Accessible by bus - go to Travelline for details. Or contact Chesterfield Visitor Information Centre by phone on 01246 345777 or by email at tourism@chesterfield.gov.uk