Winter Walks: Moorland Meander from Fairholmes

Winter transforms the High Peak into an epic and tranquil landscape. Crisp mornings dust the moorland with glistening frost and low-lying clouds blanket the valley floor creating famous cloud inversions. Explore the Peak District's hidden gems with our carefully curated winter walks programme, offering a selection of low-level walks across the Kinder, Edale & the High Peak.

Discover the history of the Upper Derwent Reservoirs on this moderate circular walk of the Upper Derwent Valley. The first section of the walk follows the bank of Ladybower Reservoir to the sunken Derwent Village before rising onto Howden Moor with spectacular views of the reservoirs below. The walk then loops down to Upper Derwent Reservoir and back to Fairholmes.

This 5.5 mile walk is moderately challenging, includes a steep ascent, and follows an uneven footpath. Dogs on leads are welcome but there may be some stiles.