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Derwent Dam

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Derwent Dam

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    July 21, 2025

    Cycling

    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”.

    August 29, 2024

    Hiking

    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 …

    November 9, 2024

    Hiking

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

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    1. Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent

    12.2km

    03:15

    140m

    130m

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

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    Moderate

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

    Moderate

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

    Moderate

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    Elevation 220 m

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

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