Stunning little trail running along the Derwent Valley to a quaint stone bridge. Very popular with cyclists, picnicers and walkers. Very busy area, if it is a sunny day get there early. Closed to traffic on weekends and bank holidays.

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2.14 km

Slippery Stones Bridge

Slippery Stones sounds like a warning (and perhaps it is!) but this is the official name for this lovely, picturesque plunge pool / wild swimming spot.

The bridge was moved, …

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2.42 km

Slippery Stones Swimming Spot at Ferndale Bridge

Worth taking a wander up/down stream if the rock pool is busy, as there are some other places to get in for a dip.

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4.04 km

Howden Reservoir

Howden Reservoir was completed in 1912. It's the highest of the three Derwent Reservoirs. The River Derwent flows into the northern arm and the River Westend flows into the western …

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4.85 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.03 km

295 m

1.53 km

Surfaces

< 100 m

3.01 km

< 100 m

1.53 km

220 m

Elevation

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