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Ladybower Reservoir

Ladybower Reservoir, Derbyshire, England

9.87KM

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6.1MILES

An easy stroll around the perimeter of Ladybower Reservoir, taking in Derwent Dam and Ashopton Viaduct. Perfect for an overcast winter's day!

28 Dec 2025
Flat
2hrs, 55min (2hrs, 10min)
altitude Graph for ladybower reservoir walk

Elevation: Max 250m, Min 216m, Gain 34m

Pictures from the walk

ladybower reservoir

Fairhomes

below the derwent dam

The Derwent Dam

water flowing over the derwent dam

The Derwent Dam

the ladybower reservoir

The Ladybower Reservoir, site of the abandoned Derwent village

path alongside the ladybower reservoir

Path alongside the reservoir

the ashopton viaduct on ladybower reservoir

The Ashopton Viaduct on Ladybower Reservoir

ashopton viaduct with bamford edge in the distance

Ashopton Viaduct with Bamford Edge in the distance

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