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Derwent Edge Walk

Derwent Moors walk, Derbyshire
Derwent Moors · Photo: Dave Hudson

This challenging walk takes you high above the Derwent Valley, with fantastic views across the surrounding countryside and reservoirs.

The route follows Derwent Edge before climbing to the summit of Back Tor, making this a great choice if you're looking for a longer walk with plenty of scenery and a good workout along the way.

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Derwent Edge Walk and Map

Walk distance
9½ miles
Time
5.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This is a fairly long and strenuous walk, but the effort is rewarded with some wonderful views along the Derwent Valley and across the reservoirs below.

The route follows Derwent Edge and continues to the summit of Back Tor before descending along the Foulstone Road track towards Strines and Dale Dike Reservoirs.

There is one final climb towards the end of the walk, which brings you back onto the path leading towards the car park. You'll also need to cross the main road near the car park at both the beginning and end of the route, so take extra care here.

After such a substantial walk, there are several nearby options for some well-earned food and drink, including The Yorkshire Bridge Inn, The Ladybower Inn and Ladybower Cafe.

This Derwent Moors walk starts at coordinates: 53.383197, -1.675931

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The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Derwent Edge Walk and Map, a 9.5 mile circular walk in Derbyshire