United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Derbyshire
High Peak
Bamford
Ladybower Reservoir Plugholes
United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Derbyshire
High Peak
Bamford
Ladybower Reservoir Plugholes
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 637 out of 646 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Peak District National Park
Location: Bamford, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Ladybower Dam has a number of 'plug holes' that are used to regulate the water level during floods. Their cylindrical shape creates a mesmerising effect but you wouldn't want to get too close for a photo!
May 19, 2023
Rather than overflowing the Dam wall, as the Derwent Reservoir further up, there are two plugholes, one either shore of the reservoir next to the Dam. When these are (over) flowing water they are used to produce electricity. The water travels under the Dam and is funneled back into the Derwent River
August 21, 2024
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