Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.53 km

Animal Sculpture Trail on the Thornhill Trail

Highlight • Structure

Some lovely sculptured animals along this trail, from Bike & Boot, Hope Valley. It connect to the Derwent Reservoir s

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7.01 km

Ladybower overflow

Highlight • Structure

When the Derwent reservoir is full, the water flows out through the 'plugholes' at the southern end. A mesmerising spectacle when there's a lot of water flowing and can be enhanced by a great sunrise.

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9.11 km

Derwent Reservoir and Dam

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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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12.3 km

Forest Path in Peak District National Park

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Very good for cycling both ways

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12.3 km

Hope Cross

Highlight • Monument

Hope Cross lies at the crossroads of ancient packhorse routes through the Peak District, ands it's surrounded by beautiful views down into the Valley. You'll find it's a lovely wide open track with spectacular views.

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12.5 km

View over Ladybower Reservoir

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Epic views of Ladybower reservoir on a meandering easy trail.

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14.5 km

Forest Path in Peak District National Park

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Very good for cycling both ways

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15.6 km

Win Hill Woodland Descent

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

This is a cracking little descent that is not rocky but can be slippy in the mud and has a couple of sudden fast downhills. Nothing technical but fun. Spits …

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19.2 km

Viewpoint

25.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

4.33 km

3.93 km

1.85 km

868 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

7.44 km

4.81 km

1.42 km

709 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

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Friday 12 December

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