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    Hikes/United Kingdom/England/Peak District

    Derwent Moors Circular Walk

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    Easy
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    2-2.5h
    Distance
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    6.6 km
    Elevation
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    238 m
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    Derwent Moors Circular

    Walking the Derwent Moors Circular Walk is a rugged and exciting journey through the bleak moorland terrain of the Peak District National Park. While out on the trail, you will walk through the soggy, barren landscape of the moor and in return you will receive some amazing views overlooking the hills and reservoirs of the Derwent Valley. This is a fun adventure through a unique landscape that the whole family can enjoy.

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    Route Description for Derwent Moors Circular Walk

    Although the journey into the trailhead requires you to travel on foot for an extra 0.8 km, once you are on the Derwent Moors Circular Trail you will be inundated with spectacular views that sweep across the Peak District. Setting out from the trailhead, the path heads west along the rugged terrain of the moor and climbs uphill until you arrive at Derwent Edge. From this elevated lookout, you will have some amazing views overlooking the Upper Derwent Valley and the Ladybower Reservoir Below. From here, descend the hillside to the southwest and follow the trail as it turns east to travel through Ladybower wood. Then, you will climb uphill along Ladybower Brook until you arrive back at the trailhead where you began the walk.

    Other amazing walks in Peak District National Park

    Check out our guides to Kinder Scout, Mam Tor, Stanage Edge, Dovedale, and Padley Gorge. Or see all of our Peak District walks on 10Adventures.

    Getting to the Derwent Moors Circular Walk Trailhead

    To reach the trailhead for the Derwent Moors Circular from Bamford, drive north on Ashopton Road for 3.1 km and turn right on the A57. After 2.9 km, turn left onto Mortimer Road and follow it for 0.8 km to find a layby on the left. From here, continue on foot along the track to the southwest for 0.8 km to arrive at the trailhead next to a junction.

    Route Information

    • When to do

      March-November

    • Backcountry Campsites

      No

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Circuit

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