Temporary footbridge - Walter's Walkway

Walter’s Walkway was installed by the Council in 2022 to provide a temporary pedestrian and cycle link between Darley Abbey Mills and Darley Abbey Village.

In 2025, the walkway was closed on safety grounds following significant riverbank erosion and changes to river flow around the structure.

The temporary footbridge was removed in July 2026 to enable the safe demolition of the original Darley Abbey Mills Bridge, which had become structurally compromised. Demolition of the original bridge was completed in August 2026.

Walter's Walkway is planned to be reinstalled by February 2027, restoring pedestrian access between Darley Abbey Village and Darley Abbey Mills.

Information about the permanent bridge, is available on the New Darley Abbey Mills Bridge page.