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Longshaw Pond

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Longshaw Pond

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Location: Grindleford, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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1. Padley Gorge loop from Grindleford — Peak District National Park

7.01km

02:02

170m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Longshore Estate & Burbage Brook loop — Peak District National Park

3.15km

00:53

60m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Padley Gorge and Longshaw Pond loop via Hathersage — Peak District National Park

15.5km

04:32

420m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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National Trust

December 13, 2019

Longshaw Pond was created around 1827 and once had a boathouse and pier. Wardens carefully remove the marsh plants each year to stop them from choking up the open water.

The lodge was built about the same time as the pond, as a shooting retreat for the Duke of Rutland and his guests, including George V and the Duke of Wellington. Later, the lodge became a military hospital and after the wars let to the Holiday Fellowship as a guest house. In 1969 it was converted into private flats. (The lodge is not open to the public.)

Damian

January 25, 2021

Take some bird food and make some new friends :)

Ann (Peregrinate North West & Beyond)

March 19, 2025

The pond within ancient woodlands and open moorlands; a serene spot to appreciate the natural beauty of the area or take a picnic in the Summer.

Birdwatchers will find ducks and herons.

Photographers will be interested in the changing colors over the seasons.

But as it is located near the main car park of the Longshaw Estate and easily accessible; it can get crowded, in particular at week-ends.

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Elevation 310 m

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Location: Grindleford, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Longshaw Pond

1. Padley Gorge loop from Grindleford — Peak District National Park

2. Longshore Estate & Burbage Brook loop — Peak District National Park

3. Padley Gorge and Longshaw Pond loop via Hathersage — Peak District National Park

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