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Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs loop — Peak District National Park

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Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs loop — Peak District National Park

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Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs loop — Peak District National Park

02:01

27.0km

360m

Cycling

Embark on a moderate touring bicycle loop around the Ladybower, Derwent, and Howden Reservoirs, covering 16.8 miles (27.0 km) with an elevation gain of 1186 feet (361 metres). This route typically takes around 2 hours to complete, winding through a landscape of majestic waters, rolling hills, and dense woodlands. You…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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178 m

Ladybower Reservoir

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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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2.21 km

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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5.86 km

Derwent Dam East Tower

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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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12.3 km

Slippery Stones Bridge

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This is a wonderful place to wild swim. A path brings you to a group of stones that emerge from the young Derwent River to create small waterfalls and a …

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15.9 km

Westend River crossing at Ladybower Reservoir

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Here, the quiet single carriageway tarmac road that runs along the western edge of Ladybower Reservoir crosses from one side of the valley to the other, passing over where the …

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21.6 km

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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27.0 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

7.63 km

3.13 km

2.90 km

364 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

6.47 km

5.82 km

4.19 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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19 %

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Trail Reviews

August 24, 2022, Bike Ride

Ladybower, Howden and Derwent res. Park FAIRHOLMES, after Old Hall Hotel at Hope for beer. 🍺

September 20, 2021, Ladybower gravel Ride

Really fun, easy route round ladybower. Perfect for a nice sunny morning ride.