Can you bike around Derwent reservoir?
Route Info The Upper Derwent Valley is a popular venue for cyclists, with routes for both mountain bikers and other cyclists. The circuit of all three reservoirs, Ladybower, Derwent and Howden is a very good ride, in magnificent scenery.
How long does it take to cycle around Derwent reservoir?
Some free parking is available along the route, but if you choose to park in the designated car park at the Visitor Information Centre for a small charge, your money goes towards maintaining the facilities in this stunning area. Allow 3-4 hours to walk this route at a moderate pace, or 1 hour to cycle it.
Can you cycle around Ladybower reservoir?
Our Ladybower cycle route starts from the free parking bay on the right, just before Fairholmes car park, and follows a clockwise direction around the reservoir. Allow two hours for cycling around Ladybower Reservoir with young kids, and add on more time for picnic and play stops.
Can you walk around Upper Derwent Reservoir?
Here’s where you start walk around the edge of the Upper Derwent Reservoir itself, combining the calmness of still water, woodland and also stunning views of the Peak District hills in the distance. This is the pinnacle of the walk, so all that’s left is to walk back along the same path and back towards the car park.
How far is it to cycle around Derwent?
This is a good place to turn around (9 mile/14.5km round trip) as the next section is more challenging.
Can you cycle around Carsington Water?
Carsington Water is an easy 8-mile loop of the Severn Trent reservoir. Carsington Water offers a great cycling experience for all the family. Located one the edge of the Peak District National Park, Carsington Water is a popular centre for cycling, walking, sailing and fishing, and near High Peak Trail.
Is there a footpath around Derwent Reservoir?
Discover the wildlife and history of Derwent Reservoir along the multi user trail (3.5 miles from Pow Hill Country Park to Millshield picnic site) while taking in the breathtaking views of the reservoir. The walk is easy, comfortable walking and is suitable for cyclists, walkers, wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Is there a path around Derwent Reservoir?
Derwent Reservoir is a 9.2 mile loop trail located near Consett, County Durham, England that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking and nature trips.
Where is the start of the Derwent Reservoir cycle route?
Start at the Fairholmes Visitor Centre in the Upper Derwent Valley, the initial stage of the route is shared with cars, so take care. Head north from the Fairholmes Centre, rising to the level of the dam top of Derwent Reservoir. This dam was started in 1902, a year after the dam at Howden.
Where is the cycle hire in the Derwent Valley?
The Derwent cycle hire centre is perfectly located in the beautiful Derwent Valley and is easily accessible from Sheffield on the A57 road which connects Sheffield to Glossop. The local area boasts endless opportunities for riding and is the location of the Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs.
What to look out for in Derwent Valley?
Derwent Valley is an invaluable area for wildlife. You’ll see where we’ve been planting young trees to try and develop native woodland on the hillsides, to improve the wildlife habitat as part of our 50 year vision for the High Peak moors. Look out for birdlife such as buzzard, merlin or peregrine falcon.
Where is Fairholmes visitor centre in Derwent Valley?
Directions Start at the Fairholmes Visitor Centre in the Upper Derwent Valley. This is signposted off the A57 Glossop to Sheffield road, immediately west of Ashopton Viaduct, which crosses the northern arm of Ladybower Reservoir. Fair-holmes is 2 miles (3.2km) along this minor road.