# Event Details - **Event Name**: Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 am – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 am - **Event Description**: Join us for a special sunrise at Bennerley Viaduct during the Northern Hemisphere Summer Solstice!About this EventJoin the FoBV team for calm start to the day with Northern Hemisphere Summer Solstice 2026!Enjoy a chilled-out sit and chat with your local community members, view the sunrise 20 meters above the Erewash Valley.A great event to attend to help boost your mental wellbeing.Recently rescued by a grassroots group of Friends, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking, this 1400ft monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border, with intricate Victorian-style lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.Although our events are always free, please consider gifting a suggested donation of £5 per person.Practical Details:Due to the early start time of this event we ask you to find your own way up onto the viaduct from either side. The FoBV team will be there to greet you in the middle of the bridge.It is preferable that you attend on foot where possible, there is a ramp for wheelchair users for easy access but the meeting point cannot be reached by car.How to get here: DO NOT FOLLOW THE POSTCODE. It is provided to help you find the area, but the viaduct has no postcode.Access via the Erewash Canal towpath (what3words reference: ///count.trick.tiger).Access via the Nottingham Canal towpath (what3words reference: ///email.chew.grabs).It can be tricky navigating this area so we highly recommend using what3words for your journey.On-street parking at Bridge Street or Stratford Street via Trueman Street in Cotmanhay.Newton's Lane Carpark: NG16 2SDIf you are travelling from afar and do not know the local area, please send us an email on info@bennerleyviaduct.org.uk.The event will run for approx. 2 hours.Bring a camping chair, a flask and some binoculars.We always welcome well-behaved dogs but they must be kept on leads at all times!More details and parking advice on this webpage:Visiting UsAccess Information:The site is easy to walk as it is mostly flat with a slight incline ramp as well as stairs should you wish to use them. There are no toilets on site. The closest public toliets are at Tesco, Ilkeston. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkeston/summer-solstice-at-bennerley-viaduct/100001989214581361 - **Event Categories**: summer-solstice, trips-adventures, sports, meetups, nonprofit, cycling, camping, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Bennerley Viaduct - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 1.79, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Ilkeston - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Bennerley Viaduct - **lat**: 52.98957790000001 - **long**: -1.2978727 - **full address**: Bennerley Viaduct, Awsworth Road, Ilkeston, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/53f5adf2380a00670ca3c51e072e87cd9a098e6695190966964b9285ff1a47ee-rimg-w1200-h900-dc1a1c17-gmir.jpg?v=1779010333 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct being held? - **A:** Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct takes place on Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 am to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 am at Bennerley Viaduct, Awsworth Road, Ilkeston, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct? - **A:** Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct is organized by Bennerley Viaduct. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Summer Solstice at Bennerley Viaduct is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ilkeston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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