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Derwent Edge – Derwent Dam loop from Bamford

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Derwent Edge – Derwent Dam loop from Bamford

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Derwent Edge – Derwent Dam loop from Bamford

03:23

28.9km

550m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Tips

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.29 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 as you gaze toward Ladybower Dam and the rolling countryside that surrounds it.

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8.22 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 a snap with your bike. Fab views down to the reservoir and across the spectacular landscape.

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10.9 km

Derwent Edge

Highlight • Trail

A Millstone Grit edge or escarpment. Derwent Edge is notable for the selection of Tors along the ridge. Back Tor to the north is the highest point with a trig point. Erosion was a big problem along here so the Peak District National Park installed a flagstone path along the main edge, sticking to this reduces the impact and keeps you out of the puddles.
Derwent is the first edge on the Nine Edges challenge route.

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12.2 km

Back Tor Summit (Derwent Edge)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Back Tor at 1,765 ft (538 m) is the highest point on Derwent Edge. There is a trig point high on the rocky outcrop and great views in all directions. Back Tor is a great aim for a running loop from Ladybower and can be linked nicely to a run all along the ridge.

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12.8 km

Lost Lad Summit

Highlight • Summit

Lost Lad is a sub-peak of the nearby Back Tor. Standing at 1,699 feet (518 m) high, you are afforded spectacular views here. However, there is a darker side to this spot. According to folklore, a boy from the now-flooded village of Derwent became lost on the moors in heavy snow and died. His body was found the following spring by a shepherd who found the words ‘Lost Lad’ written on a rock. People have claimed to see the ghostly boy and his dog hiking in the spot to this day.

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18.0 km

Hancock Wood

Forest

18.4 km

Derwent Dam

Highlight • Monument

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 endless trails to explore.

During the Second World War, the reservoir was used by pilots to practise for the ‘Dam Busters’ raids, due to its similarity to the lakes and dams of Germany.

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22.2 km

Dingbank Wood

Forest

24.6 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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24.9 km

Ladybower Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Go during the week or later in the evening to avoid the crowds at the weekends. Perfect for walking or cycling. There are several routes either side of the dam that take you up to Win Hill or Bamford Edge for a fantastic view of the reservoir down in the valley.

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26.1 km

Viewpoint

28.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

8.31 km

4.45 km

1.80 km

620 m

603 m

251 m

120 m

Surfaces

9.56 km

5.50 km

3.92 km

3.65 km

3.12 km

Elevation

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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Derwent Edge – Derwent Dam loop from Bamford

View of Ladybower Reservoir from Bamford Edge

View of Ladybower Reservoir from Whinstone Lee Tor

Derwent Edge

Back Tor Summit (Derwent Edge)

Lost Lad Summit

Derwent Dam

Ladybower Reservoir Plug Holes

Ladybower Reservoir

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