Trent Valley Way

Already established for 154 miles through Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, the Trent Valley Way is a long-distance footpath along the Trent Valley.

The Trent Valley Way has the ambition to become a fully way-marked source-to-sea walking route, starting at its source in Stoke-on-Trent all the way to the Humber estuary. Along the way, walkers delve into the rich history of the Trent wandering through picturesque market towns, pockets of wilderness, and rolling countryside. Passing through six counties, the Trent Valley Way retraces the industrial heritage on the River Trent, visiting industrial-era towns including Rugeley, Burton-upon-Trent, Nottingham, Newark, Gainsborough and Alkborough. Being an important wildlife corridor, a well-timed walk provides good chances of spotting migratory birds and other wildlife.

Where is the path now?

It is possible to navigate the entire Trent Valley Way using publicly accessible footpaths. Some pioneering souls lived to tell the tale, having successfully section-walked the entire path. If you’re after dedicated way-marking we recommend the 154-mile section starting from Rugeley to Alkborough in the Humber Estuary.

How can I start walking?

Rugeley and Shardlow

Follow the path on OS Maps.

Shardlow to Alkborough

Follow the path on OS Maps