Ladybower Reservoir

Ladybower Reservoir

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Ladybower Reservoir

Hiking

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Road cycling

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Cycling

4.9

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Gravel riding

5.0

(11)

Mountain biking

5.0

(11)

Running

5.0

(2)

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Peak District National Park

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Location: Bamford, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Tips

September 16, 2021

Hiking

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. When you climb above the reservoir, breathtaking views over the water await. The reservoir was built between 1935 and 1943. It was officially opened by King George VI in September 1945.

Dan Hobson

June 26, 2023

Cycling

Ladybower is a large reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley surrounded by rugged moorland, rolling farmland and majestic woodland. Above, beside and along the reservoir, breathtaking views await.

The reservoir was built between 1935 and 1943. It was officially opened by King George VI in September 1945.

Anton

September 26, 2020

Hiking

A great starting point for many hikes.

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Ladybower & the Derwent Dam loop — Peak District National Park

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03:23

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Embark on a moderate hike around the Ladybower & Derwent Dam loop, a scenic journey through the Peak District National Park. This route spans 8.0 miles (13.0 km) with an…

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