The Top 20 Lakes around Hayfield
Looking to visit the best lakes around Hayfield? 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 Hayfield’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 10, 2025
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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Kinder Reservoir
Highlight • Natural Monument
Kinder Reservoir is a striking stretch of water tucked beneath the wild expanse of Kinder Scout. Built between 1903-1911, the reservoir is fed by the River Kinder and by the stream flowing down William Clough valley.
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Errwood Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
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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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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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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Etherow Country Park Lake and Weir
Highlight • Natural Monument
One of the UK’s first country parks, Etherow was founded in 1968. It was originated as the Andrews Estate in the 1820s and included a mine, a mill and a …
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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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Bottoms Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
This is an easy circular walk around a pretty reservoir in the Peak District. There's a nice footpath running around the lake with fine views along the way.
The walk …
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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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