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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir – Hisehope Reservoir loop from Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods National Nature Reserve

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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir – Hisehope Reservoir loop from Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods National Nature Reserve

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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir – Hisehope Reservoir loop from Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods National Nature Reserve

01:39

13.5km

160m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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1.04 km

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

You can reach this reservoir from Waskerley via gravel paths. Completed in the late 19th century, it is part of a group of three reservoirs in this area, with the other two being Waskerley and Hisehope.

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1.16 km

Circular Walk Around the Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

1.74 km

Hisehope to Smiddy Shaw Channel

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This delightfully quaint canal brings the water from to Hisehope Reservoir to its neighbour Smiddy Shaw Reservoir.

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3.39 km

Hisehope Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Of the three reservoirs in this area, this one is the smallest. Additionally, it channels its waters to the Smiddy Shaw Reservoir through a small connecting canal. It is a …

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13.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

984 m

643 m

410 m

Surfaces

11.6 km

888 m

497 m

410 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Circular Walk Around the Reservoir

Hisehope to Smiddy Shaw Channel

Hisehope Reservoir

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