Days Out in Belper

Belper 1776

Discover Belper as it was in the 18th century on this fascinating walk with Adrian Farmer.

Belper Marketplace, Belper

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250 years of waterpower: A Strutt legacy

Join experienced guide Dr Ian Jackson for a fascinating walk around the waterways of the Belper Mill complex and discover how the power of the River Derwent has…

Belper River Gardens, Belper

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On The Trail of Slater the Traitor

Join Ian on a fun and scenic 5.25-mile countryside walk to explore the early life of the infamous Samuel Slater—also known as “Slater the Traitor”—and uncover o…

Strutt's North Mill Museum, Belper

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The Hutfall

Discover one of Belper’s hidden gems with Adrian Farmer on an evening walk around The Hutfall, the town’s unique village field.

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Belper and the Beasts

Step into the stranger side of Belper with this 2-mile walk exploring the town’s weird and wonderful animal encounters from centuries past!

The Triangle, Belper

Beth’s Poetry Trail

Celebrate the life and work of Beth Fender, Belper’s beloved local poet, on this unique walking experience.

Belper River Gardens, Belper

Feeding Belper

Join Adrian Farmer on a fascinating journey through Belper’s culinary history, exploring how people have been fed over the past 1,000 years.

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Tales and Trickery

Dive headfirst into Belper’s magical side on this 3.5-mile country walk, where mermaids, fairies, witches, and even a ghost are ready to spill their secrets!

North Mill Car Park, Belper

The History of Belper Market Place

Take a gentle stroll through one of Belper’s most important areas and see how the town has changed over the years—with a few colourful characters to keep things…

Belper Marketplace, Belper

The Search for Belper’s Lost Manor House

Put on your detective hat and join us for a one-mile parkland circuit from Belper Market Place, where history meets mystery!

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Belper At War - Guided Walk

In 1776, pioneering industrialist Jedediah Strutt built his first cotton mil in the town of Belper.

The Triangle, Belper

Walking with the Georgians

Unlock the Mystery of Belper! Wander the streets where history comes alive — uncover wild celebrations, fiery feuds, and the everyday lives of families in the e…

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Harnessing the power of the Derwent - Milford and Makeney

Explore the Hidden Power of the River Derwent!Join Dr Ian Jackson on his first-ever guided walk with the Belper North Mill Trust, and uncover the fascinating hi…

Milford Triangle, Belper

Alderwasley - Landscape of Hurt Heritage Walk

Ready for a walk that takes you straight into the heart of the Industrial Revolution?Join us for a dynamic hillside adventure overlooking the breathtaking Derwe…

Alderwasley Village Hall, Belper

Bridge Hill Ice House

Behind closed gates for seven years… now it’s your turn to step inside.Very little now remains of Bridge Hill House, once the grand home of the Strutt family —…

Archway House, Belper

Mills, Music and Manufacturing

The Sounds and Secrets of Old BelperYes, cotton built the town — but beyond the mills of Belper mills, another world was buzzing. Workshops hummed.

North Mill Car Park, Belper

The Dark Side of Milford

Step off the beaten track and explore the “dark side” of Milford, where the winter sun never quite reaches over the Chevin.

Milford Triangle, Belper

More Belper Channels

Step off the beaten path… and step into history.Belper isn’t just a town — it’s a hidden labyrinth of picturesque footways, secret lanes, and forgotten paths th…

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Shady Characters and Ne’er Do Wells

Villains, Vice & Vintage BelperThis isn’t your usual town stroll. Discover the secret haunts of Belper’s most notorious criminals and uncover the underhanded ta…

Belper Marketplace, Belper

Belper in Wartime

107 Years After the Great War – Discover Belper’s Hidden History!This year marks 107 years since the Armistice that ended large-scale fighting in the Great War…

Memorial Gardens, Belper

Along Green Lane and Back Again

Step Into the Hidden History of Belper!Take a short but unforgettable walk through one of Belper’s most intriguing old lanes and discover the stories hidden in…

Memorial Gardens, Belper