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Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent Reservoir

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Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent Reservoir

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Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent Reservoir

01:55

7.09km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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Peak District National Park

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271 m

Public Footpath Sign to Ewden via Broomhead (Peak District National Park)

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One of the 550+ green signs

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352 m

Ewden Reservoir Shore

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Probably a lovely place for a dog who likes to paddle!

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2.64 km

This magnificent dam (built in 1902) is set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Upper Derwent Valley. Surrounded by majestic moorland, peaceful forests, rolling farmland and rugged hills, there are …

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2.93 km

Derwent Dam

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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 …

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3.19 km

Derwent Cycle Hire Centre

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The Derwent bike hire centre is situated in Derwent Valley and can be accessed from the A57.

Cycle beside the historic Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs through beautiful woodland.

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3.23 km

Upper Derwent Visitor Centre and Café

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This place is open every day, all year round. We stopped for an ice lolly on a beautiful sunny day and admired the reservoir and ducks.

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3.53 km

View of the Derwent Dam

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3.75 km

Start of the Red, Black and Green forest walking trails – Derwent Valley, Peak District

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Waymarked, colour-coded walking trails through the forest, Red=1.5km, Black=3km, Green=4.5km. All three trails enter the woods here, alternative to walking around the reservoir. Suitable all year round.

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7.09 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.89 km

1.22 km

395 m

383 m

173 m

Surfaces

5.51 km

981 m

496 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 2 June

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Derwent Dam – Derwent Dam loop from Derwent Reservoir

Public Footpath Sign to Ewden via Broomhead (Peak District National Park)

Ewden Reservoir Shore

Derwent Dam

Derwent Dam

Derwent Cycle Hire Centre

Upper Derwent Visitor Centre and Café

View of the Derwent Dam

Start of the Red, Black and Green forest walking trails – Derwent Valley, Peak District

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