Chesterfield Canal Trust is restoring a stretch of the historic Chesterfield Canal by extending it from the existing limit at Eckington Road.
Works include the reconstruction of a length of canal channel, a new bridge, a new lock and over 3 kilometres of footpath improvements along the towpath - enhancing the connection of routes to existing networks, including the Trans Pennine Trail. It complements other work which the Trust is carrying out in Renishaw and at other areas along the canal.
The works began on site in Spring 2024, with the diversion of the Trans Pennine Trail and the new bridge was installed in Summer 2024 with the paths being full reopened.
Tree planting and new benches have been installed along the canal.
Work on further phases of the canal restoration is expected to begin in September 2025 and will see new canal channel built, new footpaths and a new lock.
This is expected to be completed in Summer 2026 with rewatering of the new canal channel.
As well as improving outdoor space and creating new leisure infrastructure, it is expected that the restoration project will lead to a 20% increase in visitors to the Staveley area boosting the amount of money spent in the local economy.
You can find out more about the restoration of the Chesterfield Canal on the Chesterfield Canal Trust website.
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