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Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Ladybower Reservoir

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Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Ladybower Reservoir

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Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Ladybower Reservoir

01:31

5.58km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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726 m

Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes

Highlight • Structure

Used to walk up the tunnel of the overflow as a lad,please don’t follow my lead

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1.02 km

Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Go during the week or later in the evening to avoid the crowds at the weekends. Perfect for walking or cycling. There are several routes either side of the dam that take you up to Win Hill or Bamford Edge for a fantastic view of the reservoir down in the valley.

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1.17 km

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow

Highlight • Structure

The path along the top of Ladybower Dam affords a wonderful view of the reservoir nestling in the Upper Derwent Valley. You also get a close look at the reservoir overflows (essentially giant plug holes), which draw photographers from far and wide.

Ladybower was constructed between 1935-43 after the villages of Derwent and Ashopton were flooded (residents were rehomed nearby). It was officially opened by King George VI on September 24, 1945.

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1.39 km

Win Hill Summit

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Panoramic Views around the High Peak

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5.58 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.40 km

1.37 km

576 m

185 m

Surfaces

2.00 km

1.63 km

1.09 km

746 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Friday 8 May

13°C

5°C

59 %

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Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Ladybower Reservoir

Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes

Ladybower Reservoir

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow

Win Hill Summit

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