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Ladybower Reservoir loop from Bamford — Peak District National Park

Ladybower Reservoir loop from Bamford — Peak District National Park

Hard

4.8

(52)

470

riders

Ladybower Reservoir loop from Bamford — Peak District National Park

03:25

42.3km

480m

Gravel riding

Embark on a challenging gravel biking adventure around the Ladybower Reservoir loop from Bamford, a difficult 26.3 miles (42.3 km) route that takes about 3 hours and 25 minutes to complete. This diverse trail offers panoramic views of Ladybower, Derwent, and Howden reservoirs, set against the backdrop of rolling hills…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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You may need to carry your bike.

After 37 m for 15 m

After 42.3 km for 15 m

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Start point

Train Station

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1.08 km

Thornhill Trail

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A flat, easy-going cycle trail that is built on the old dam construction railway track. It's 2 miles (3 km) in length from the dam wall to the road that …

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3.75 km

Western Shore Road, Ladybower Reservoir

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A pretty easy way to end a bunch of rides round these parts. Brings you out nicely at the reservoir crossing to nip back to the Ladybower Inn for some much needed sustenance!

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21.5 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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25.1 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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35.2 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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42.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.9 km

10.0 km

8.33 km

4.10 km

2.11 km

797 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.5 km

14.3 km

6.99 km

4.50 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

14°C

9°C

72 %

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Trail Reviews

Mark

June 30, 2025, Peaks Gravel with Jackie - Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs and the Thornhill Trail

Its a bit of a tourist route this one as everybody does it, but it is a really nice route - perfect for Jackies first ride in the Peak District, and with her new bike. What a day for it as well and topped off with a stop off at the visitors centre for an ice cream🍦

Gillian

May 6, 2022, Hope - Derwent - Howden - Loop

A lovely extension to the Classic Dams Loop. Starting at the main carpark in HOPE .. (£6 all day) Taking Aston Lane to Thornhill Trail.... adding 10 miles and 1000ft elevation to the classic... A visit to Cafe Adventure is a must... as featured on this route 🚵‍♀️ Proficient Gravel Riders or MTB riders.