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Kinder Reservoir – Kinder Reservoir loop from Hayfield

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Kinder Reservoir – Kinder Reservoir loop from Hayfield

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Kinder Reservoir – Kinder Reservoir loop from Hayfield

02:58

10.6km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.56 km

Start of the Kinder Mass Trespass

Highlight • Historical Site

In April 1932, a group of Manchester and Sheffield based hikers joined here to trespass onto the moor around Kinder. This like most of the upland areas in England and Wales was private at the time and reserved for a rich few to shoot and enjoy. The trespassers clashed with the game keepers, and several were hurt and arrested. The protest sparked a movement of similar actions which together with the lobbying by the Ramblers and YHA at the time resulted in the formation of open access land, the National Parks and National Trails.

There is still a lot to be done as we currently only have access to 8% of the land and 3% of waterways, but it's much better than it was in the early 1930s.

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2.17 km

Kinder Bank

Forest

2.38 km

Booth Sheepwash

Highlight • Historical Site

In Booth, the tiniest of Derbyshire hamlets, near Hayfield. This sheepwash was constructed in the early 20th century to replace one lost during the construction of the Kinder Reservoir. The biannual sheep wash was a community affair with local farmers sharing the workload. Wives would provide sustenance with children joining the fun. In May the wash removed peat accumulated over the winter in the sheep’s fleeces. In September the sheep were washed again after lambs had been weaned. Each farmer and shepherd had their own recipe was using soft soap and creosote to kill lice and keds. The wash fell out of practice in the 1930s.The ash tree may have determined the site by providing natural shelter for the sheep; it is believed to be over 150 years old. It was restored in 2003 and is cleaned up annually by Hayfield Civic Trust:

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2.85 km

Steep Cobbled Path to Kinder Reservoir

Highlight • Climb

A steep path leading up to Kinder Reservoir and onwards to Kinder Scout.

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3.00 km

View of the Old Filter House

Highlight • Structure

Built in 1912 to treat the water from the reservoir before it was provided to homes in Stockport and the surrounding area, this building has now been abandoned and derelict for over two decades.

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3.15 km

Kinder Reservoir

Highlight • Natural Monument

Kinder Reservoir is a striking stretch of water tucked beneath the wild expanse of Kinder Scout. Built between 1903-1911, the reservoir is fed by the River Kinder and by the stream flowing down William Clough valley.

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3.66 km

Kinder Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Kinder Reservoir was built between 1903 and 1911, it's fed by the River Kinder and several smaller streams. The trail around the western side is a great run and gives access to the higher trails around the Kinder Downfall and off up Black Ashop Moor.

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4.00 km

Wooden Footbridge in Peak District National Park

Highlight • Trail

From here you can choose your path up onto Kinder Scout - the route up William Clough is especially nice.

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4.48 km

View of Kinder Reservoir

Highlight • Trail

10.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.41 km

2.21 km

2.20 km

1.68 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.17 km

2.40 km

1.85 km

1.08 km

1.07 km

1.04 km

Elevation

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Wednesday 6 May

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3°C

14 %

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Kinder Reservoir – Kinder Reservoir loop from Hayfield

Start of the Kinder Mass Trespass

Booth Sheepwash

Steep Cobbled Path to Kinder Reservoir

View of the Old Filter House

Kinder Reservoir

Kinder Reservoir

Wooden Footbridge in Peak District National Park

View of Kinder Reservoir

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