The Top 20 Lakes around Bradfield
Looking to visit the best lakes around Bradfield? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Bradfield’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Ladybower Reservoir Overflow
Highlight • Viewpoint
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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Derwent Dam
Highlight • Monument
This magnificent dam (built in 1902) is set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Upper Derwent Valley. Surrounded by majestic moorland, peaceful forests, rolling farmland and rugged hills, there are …
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Langsett Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Langsett Reservoir is a lovely place to walk around and is moderate loop with great views across the reservoir. You can also use this as a base to explore longer …
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Derwent Reservoir
Highlight • Cycleway
Sight of the dambusters practice missions. The routes around all three reservoirs are ideal for active families or the less fit/ambitious biker. stunning scenery. When you reach the very northern …
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Foolow Village
Highlight • Pub
A gorgeous little village, with a duck pond, ancient stone cross and a very lovely pub (The Bull's Head) which, if you time your journey right, makes for a great place to stop and refuel.
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Derwent Reservoir and Dam
Highlight • Viewpoint
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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Valehouse Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Valehouse reservoir offers scenic views and good wide paths suitable for hiking and cycling. At the top you can look out over Rhodeswood reservoir and at the opposite end over …
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Torside Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Torside Reservoir was constructed by John Frederick Bateman from 1849 to 1864 to supply water to Greater Manchester. The Trans Penine Trail runs around the reservoir taking the route of …
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Derwent and Howden Reservoirs — Gravel Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
Long stretch of mainly unsurfaced gravel road that starts at the turn-off from the A57 and steadily climbs up the eastern bank of all three reservoirs - Ladybower, Derwent and …
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Woodhead Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Woodhead Reservoir has been supplying water from the River Etherow to residents of Greater Manchester since 1877. The reservoir was constructed by John Frederick Bateman and took 30 years to …
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Redmires Reservoirs
Highlight • Structure
The three Redmires Reservoirs were built between 1833 & 1854 to provide clean drinking water to Sheffield. The construction was partly in response to a Cholera epidemic that devastated the …
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