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Bamford Edge and Ladybower Dam loop

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Bamford Edge and Ladybower Dam loop

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February 28, 2026

Bamford Edge and Ladybower Dam loop

Moderate

03:15

11.2km

3.4km/h

270m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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3.94 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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4.33 km

Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes

Highlight • Structure

Used to walk up the tunnel of the overflow as a lad,please don’t follow my lead

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4.87 km

Twisted Trees Woodland

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Such an amazing and old woodland. All the trees are surrounded by rocks and everything is covered in green moss. The trail weaves nicely through them leading to a thick …

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5.22 km

View of the Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Outstanding views all round

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6.30 km

View of Ladybower Reservoir from Bamford Edge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bamford Edge consists of a set of rocks protruding from a towering hilltop in the Peak District National Park. The views from here are incomparable, feel ontop of the world …

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10.4 km

The Wild Kettle Café

Highlight • Cafe

A short detour from the main road will lead you to the Wild Kettle Cafe, the perfect spot to unwind from your walk and refresh yourself with some delicious tea and cake.

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11.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.07 km

2.13 km

1.15 km

1.13 km

715 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.14 km

2.56 km

2.44 km

1.87 km

689 m

520 m

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Bamford Edge and Ladybower Dam loop

Ladybower Reservoir Overflow

Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes

Twisted Trees Woodland

View of the Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs

View of Ladybower Reservoir from Bamford Edge

The Wild Kettle Café

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