❄️Derwent Edge Walk 9 miles❄️Derwent Dam❄️
Details
It starts from Fairholmes Carpark
heading along Ladybower Reservoir. Our route veers off the reservoir and up a steep track to join Derwent Edge, with spectacular views all around us.
Derwent Edge is a millstone grit escarpment, the highest point is Back Tor, 538 metres above sea level at the trig point.
As we walk along Derwent Edge, the views are magnificent, there are rock formations which have been named suitably, such as 'Cakes of Bread' 'Salt Cellar' 'Wheel Stones' and 'Dove Stones', just to name a few.
Before our path descends Derwent Edge, we reach Back Tor, an Ethel and then Lost Lad a 2nd Ethel.
Our route gradually descends to the shores of the beautiful Ladybower Reservoir and follows the edge of it to Derwent Reservoir passing the majestic Derwent Dam, especially when it's overflowing and joins a track taking us to our carpark.
A fairly challenging walk in parts, with gradual ascents and some slippery descents, always take your time..
Expect some boggy muddy trails and rocky paths, but suitable for anyone who likes a bit of an adventure...
Catching up points and breaks as always along the way
Bring a picnic lunch and snacks to keep you going
Toilets at the start not far from the carpark
Walking boots are essential, as well as warm layers
a walking pole is always helpful
As always check the weather and dress accordingly, a spare layer and waterproofs are essential at this time of year
Our four-legged friends are always welcome 🐕🐕🦺🐕
Look forward to getting the New Year off to a challenging start with all our lovely DW Members 🦮👩🦯🚶♂️🐕👨🦯🚶🚶♀️🚶♂️🚶♀️