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Derwent Edge Rock Formations – Ladybower Reservoir loop from Ladybower Reservoir

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Derwent Edge Rock Formations – Ladybower Reservoir loop from Ladybower Reservoir

Moderate

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Derwent Edge Rock Formations – Ladybower Reservoir loop from Ladybower Reservoir

03:07

10.1km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

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1.16 km

Bamford Moor

Highlight • Natural

Bamford Moor is an area of high moorland west of Ladybower and Bamford and east of Stanage. The high point is about 425m and it features some stone circles and …

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5.39 km

Whinstone Lee Fields Signpost

Highlight • Structure

One of 500+ green signs dotted around the area

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5.93 km

Wheel Stones (Coach and Horses)

Highlight • Natural Monument

Derwent Edge has many distinctive gritstone tors that have been shaped by centuries of weathering. This particular formation, though, known as 'Wheel Stones' or 'Coach and Horses', is perhaps the …

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6.13 km

Derwent Edge is a Millstone Grit escarpment that overlooks the Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs. The edge affords breathtaking views over the reservoirs and surrounding moorland. There are also lots of …

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6.83 km

Hurkling Stones

Highlight • Natural Monument

Hurkling Stones are a series of unique rock formations located in the Peak District. These intriguing stones are situated near the village of Longnor and are renowned for their distinctively …

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7.34 km

View of Ladybower Reservoir from Whinstone Lee Tor

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the top of the final climb, and beginning of the final descent down to the pub. Here you'll find an amazing view point, ideal location to stop and grab …

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8.75 km

View of Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

You need to head south from the Tor to see this view, but it's very difficult on a bike. Most people head East and go the long way round, not so steep but don't get to see this.

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9.22 km

Ladybower Wood

Forest

10.1 km

Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Ladybower is a large reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley. The lake is surrounded by rugged upland, rolling farmland and majestic woodland, making it a wonderful place for myriad walks. …

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10.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.20 km

4.08 km

564 m

182 m

110 m

Surfaces

3.39 km

2.58 km

2.53 km

889 m

669 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Derwent Edge Rock Formations – Ladybower Reservoir loop from Ladybower Reservoir

Bamford Moor

Whinstone Lee Fields Signpost

Wheel Stones (Coach and Horses)