Derwent Dam, is a stunning neo-Gothic construction that far transcends function alone. Built between 1902 and 1916, it is 340 m in length and 35 m high.

The dam is famously linked to WWII history; RAF’s 617 Squadron, the “Dambusters”, trained here using “bouncing bombs”.

David Howells

August 29, 2024

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Derwent Reservoir is the middle of three linear reservoirs running north to south in the Peak District that supplies nearly all of the water for Derbyshire. Derwent Dam itself is …

Cragsman Daz

November 9, 2024

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Busy all through the year..only one tip to recommend. Get there early

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1. Alport Castles – Derwent Reservoir Dam loop from Edale

13.3km

03:50

320m

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

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2. Derwent Dam – View of Derwent Valley loop from Derwent Overlook Car Park

12.2km

03:33

300m

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

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3. Ladybower Reservoir – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Edale

15.4km

04:17

260m

270m

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

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Elevation 220 m

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Friday 30 January

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-1°C

41 %

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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

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Derwent Dam

1. Alport Castles – Derwent Reservoir Dam loop from Edale

2. Derwent Dam – View of Derwent Valley loop from Derwent Overlook Car Park

3. Ladybower Reservoir – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Edale

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