Derwent Valley & Reservoir Walk

(Moderate, 4.6 miles, ~2.5 hours)

This 4.6-mile circular walk begins at Fairholmes car park and winds through the heart of the Upper Derwent Valley. You’ll pass the impressive Derwent Dam—famous for its role in training the RAF’s 617 Squadron, the legendary Dam Busters—and walk alongside Ladybower Reservoir through farmland, wooded cloughs, and open moorland. The route offers panoramic views, rich wildlife, and glimpses of the submerged Derwent village. It’s a moderate walk, ideal for guests seeking both scenic beauty and historical intrigue.