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

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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

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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

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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

1.53 km

295 m

Surfaces

3.01 km

1.53 km

220 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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