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Derby & S Derbyshire Group

We are the Derby and South Derbyshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Non challenging walk around the reservoir on good tracks, maybe some mud in fields towards Kirk Ireton which could be avoided by quiet lane diversion. 

Sunday, 22 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The group does not stop at cafes or pubs for lunch, and you should bring enough food and drinks with you to last the whole walk. We usually stop for a coffee break an hour or so into the walk, and stop for packed lunch around 1230-1300 although weather and a suitable location will affect both timings.

The walk leader has assessed this walk for the following risks, but during the walk others may become evident.  You will come across, stiles, gates and other path furniture, hedges etc.  You may come across road crossings, fields with crops, muddy/slippery sections, farm livestock & warning signs.  You should remain stay alert and take individual responsibility

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 24902 52774
Nearest postcode:
DE4 4PS
what3words:
mailbox.presumes.upstarts
Start time:
10:00 am

Park at the Sheepwash Car Park CP Payment will be needed

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking