Ladybower Reservoir – Derwent Dam loop from Loxley

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Ladybower Reservoir – Derwent Dam loop from Loxley

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Ladybower Reservoir – Derwent Dam loop from Loxley

02:44

41.9km

530m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.1 km for 137 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Ladybower is a large reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley. The lake is surrounded by rugged upland, rolling farmland and majestic woodland, making it a wonderful place for myriad walks. …

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Fairholmes Visitor Centre

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Ideal starting point for various walks. You have to be early to park your car there. You can buy drinks and food without using the toilet.

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Derwent Dam

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Derwent Dam, is a stunning neo-Gothic construction that far transcends function alone. Built between 1902 and 1916, it is 340 m in length and 35 m high.

The dam is …

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22.2 km

Derwent Dam East Tower

Highlight • Monument

Quiet place at the foot of the dam. Here you can rest on a couch and have something to drink or eat (if you brought it with you).

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Remains of the Flooded Village at Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A village was flooded in 1940 in order to create the reservoir and residents forced to move. When the water levels are low, the building remains can be seen

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Ladybower Reservoir — Gravel Cycle Path

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Along the eastern edge of Ladybower Reservoir, the track is gravel rather than a single lane road as is found on the opposite side. It's fairly flat with only gentle …

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