Stretching for 11.5 miles, the Erewash Canal is popular for walking and cycling, owed to its green and peaceful surroundings. It sees less waterway traffic than some of the canals in the East Midlands region, making it a great place for boaters to escape the crowds.
Trent Lock, where the canal joins the River Trent is not only a major waterways crossroads, but also a pretty picnic spot. Further north, you will discover Nutbrook Junction and Trowell Marsh nature reserve along the canal. The rich mixture of woodland, grassland and swamp makes this a great place to spot wildlife.
