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Overview

From Fairholmes Visitor Centre via Derwent Dam, Little Howden Moor, Lost Lad and Derwent Edge

Thursday, 25 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
518.2m / 1700ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.derbyshiredalesramblers.org.uk

Dogs on lead only please.  This walk is over varied terrain and some sections may be uneven underfoot. Sturdy footwear and walking poles recommended. Please ensure you have plenty of sustenance and fluids! 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 17282 89337
Nearest postcode:
S33 0AQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Fairholmes Visitor Centre car park (P&D cash, card or Ringo, £7 over 4 hours), Derwent Lane, Bamford

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE