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Derwent Reservoir and Dam – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Hope

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Derwent Reservoir and Dam – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Hope

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Derwent Reservoir and Dam – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Hope

01:31

18.0km

300m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 43 m for 8 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.74 km

Roman Road Descent, Peak District National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

One of my favourite climbs in the Hope. Techy in places, steady incline, slippy when wet, dreamy when dry!

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View of Snake Pass

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Stunning views from the top up and down the snake pass. Technical descent down potato alley from here big rocks, gravel, mud, very tricky, then beautiful trail along the dam through woodlands.

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5.00 km

Fast Descent Bridleway, Peak District National Park

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Super fun and fast descent, equally as good (not as fast) to climb. Mega views, nice wide bridleway.

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5.52 km

View over Ladybower Reservoir

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Epic views of Ladybower reservoir on a meandering easy trail.

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6.19 km

The Beast Upper Descent

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

A challenging descent. It is fairly steep but it's the rocks that will get you. Line choice is vital as taking the wrong one will likely end in an OTB …

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10.1 km

Derwent Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow

Highlight • Structure

The path along the top of Ladybower Dam affords a wonderful view of the reservoir nestling in the Upper Derwent Valley. You also get a close look at the reservoir …

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13.4 km

Viewpoint

13.8 km

Animal Sculpture Trail on the Thornhill Trail

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

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18.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.28 km

5.94 km

2.58 km

1.01 km

117 m

103 m

Surfaces

5.69 km

4.86 km

4.50 km

2.97 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Derwent Reservoir and Dam – Ladybower Reservoir Overflow loop from Hope

Roman Road Descent, Peak District National Park

View of Snake Pass

Fast Descent Bridleway, Peak District National Park

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The Beast Upper Descent

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