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Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

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Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

Moderate

4.3

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Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

02:13

30.2km

600m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 201 m for 69 m

After 12.2 km for 165 m

After 28.4 km for 129 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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237 m

Buxton Dome (University of Chester)

Highlight • Other

The thermal spa town of Buxton is a glorious base for all manner of hiking adventures in the Peak District National Park. Amongst the grandeur of its Victorian and Georgian …

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5.22 km

Rest Spot with View of Peak District Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great place for a snack and rest between the ridgeline

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7.13 km

Black Edge Plantation

Forest

10.6 km

Goyt Forest Trail and Lake View

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Some hidden "proper" MTB DH in the forest from Foxlow Edge, spit you out onto this segment.

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13.0 km

Errwood Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Errwood Reservoir is a drinking-water reservoir in the Peak District National Park, within the county of Derbyshire and very close to the boundary with Cheshire. The reservoir was the second …

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14.0 km

Peaceful Lane Along the River Goyt

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The peaceful lane beside the River Goyt winds through idyllic countryside that’s home to lots of wildlife. Smooth and relatively traffic-free, it’s a fabulous way to link Goyt Valley with Axe Edge Moor and beyond.

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17.5 km

The Gape Valley

Highlight • Natural Monument

toilets aren't open which was annoying!

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30.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.2 km

4.38 km

4.32 km

2.23 km

2.16 km

921 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.8 km

4.30 km

3.47 km

1.38 km

342 m

Elevation

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Saturday 23 May

23°C

9°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

Buxton Dome (University of Chester)

Rest Spot with View of Peak District Valley

Goyt Forest Trail and Lake View

Errwood Reservoir

Peaceful Lane Along the River Goyt

The Gape Valley

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