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Ladybower Reservoir Overflow – Derwent Reservoir and Dam loop from Bamford

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow – Derwent Reservoir and Dam loop from Bamford

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Ladybower Reservoir Overflow – Derwent Reservoir and Dam loop from Bamford

01:19

18.2km

280m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.14 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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2

2.32 km

Animal Sculpture Trail on the Thornhill Trail

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Some lovely sculptured animals along this trail, from Bike & Boot, Hope Valley. It connect to the Derwent Reservoir s

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3.76 km

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow

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The path along the top of Ladybower Dam affords a wonderful view of the reservoir nestling in the Upper Derwent Valley. You also get a close look at the reservoir …

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5.90 km

Derwent Reservoir and Dam

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Lots of options to suite all abilities. Parking can be a problem when busy, so for the best experience and sometimes the entire place to yourself, head there out of peak hours and days.

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9.10 km

Hope Cross

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Hope Cross lies at the crossroads of ancient packhorse routes through the Peak District, ands it's surrounded by beautiful views down into the Valley. You'll find it's a lovely wide open track with spectacular views.

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9.32 km

View over Ladybower Reservoir

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Epic views of Ladybower reservoir on a meandering easy trail.

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9.85 km

Fast Descent Bridleway, Peak District National Park

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Super fun and fast descent, equally as good (not as fast) to climb. Mega views, nice wide bridleway.

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8

15.0 km

Thornhill Lane

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Lovely, quiet lane, with some sneaky little hills in there to keep you busy!

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18.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

2.68 km

1.18 km

575 m

217 m

103 m

Surfaces

13.0 km

2.68 km

2.11 km

309 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (370 m)

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Friday 8 May

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