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Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

Mountain biking trails

Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

Moderate

4.3

(3)

13

riders

Errwood Reservoir – The Gape Valley loop from Buxton

02:13

30.2km

600m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 201 m for 69 m

After 12.2 km for 165 m

After 28.4 km for 129 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

237 m

Buxton Dome (University of Chester)

Highlight • Other

The thermal spa town of Buxton is a glorious base for all manner of hiking adventures in the Peak District National Park. Amongst the grandeur of its Victorian and Georgian …

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2

5.22 km

Rest Spot with View of Peak District Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great place for a snack and rest between the ridgeline

Tip by

7.13 km

Black Edge Plantation

Forest

4

10.6 km

Goyt Forest Trail and Lake View

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Some hidden "proper" MTB DH in the forest from Foxlow Edge, spit you out onto this segment.

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5

13.0 km

Errwood Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Errwood Reservoir is a drinking-water reservoir in the Peak District National Park, within the county of Derbyshire and very close to the boundary with Cheshire. The reservoir was the second …

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6

14.0 km

Peaceful Lane Along the River Goyt

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The peaceful lane beside the River Goyt winds through idyllic countryside that’s home to lots of wildlife. Smooth and relatively traffic-free, it’s a fabulous way to link Goyt Valley with Axe Edge Moor and beyond.

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7

17.5 km

The Gape Valley

Highlight • Natural Monument

toilets aren't open which was annoying!

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B

30.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.7 km

4.12 km

4.09 km

2.24 km

2.05 km

959 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.4 km

4.38 km

3.35 km

774 m

335 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Weather

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Wednesday 21 October

10°C

4°C

41 %

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