If you want to take in the scenery at Ladybower Reservoir, but want a more strenuous hike, a moderately challenging 5.5km route up to Bamford Edge can be completed. Bamford Edge provides incredible views over the Upper Derwent Valley with the Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs sitting majestically in the countryside below. There are plenty of vantage points to enjoy above the reservoirs or alternatively you can cycle and walk along the waterside. placeholder image
If you want to take in the scenery at Ladybower Reservoir, but want a more strenuous hike, a moderately challenging 5.5km route up to Bamford Edge can be completed. Bamford Edge provides incredible views over the Upper Derwent Valley with the Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs sitting majestically in the countryside below. There are plenty of vantage points to enjoy above the reservoirs or alternatively you can cycle and walk along the waterside.

11 viewpoints that prove Derbyshire is England's scenic powerhouse

Emma Walker
By Emma Walker

Editor

Published 21st Jul 2025, 10:29 GMT

Explore Derbyshire's breathtaking summer viewpoints within an hour of Derby, offering natural beauty and varied trails.

Derbyshire and the Peak District offer stunning viewpoints perfect for a day out from Derby.

All these spots are within an hour's drive of Derby, offering natural beauty, varied trails, and places to eat nearby.

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Whether you're after a quiet escape or a hike with a view, Derbyshire has day-out options that hit the mark.

This cul-de-sac at the top of the closed Mam Tor road provides parking for visitors to the Blue John Cavern and others wishing to see the remains of the road which is steadily being lost in a landslip. A parking bay has been constructed by Derbyshire County Council for disabled people to sit and enjoy the splendid view over the Hope Valley, Win Hill and the Mam Tor ridge.

9. Blue John Cavern

This cul-de-sac at the top of the closed Mam Tor road provides parking for visitors to the Blue John Cavern and others wishing to see the remains of the road which is steadily being lost in a landslip. A parking bay has been constructed by Derbyshire County Council for disabled people to sit and enjoy the splendid view over the Hope Valley, Win Hill and the Mam Tor ridge. Photo: jason chadwick

A level tarmaced car park at the edge of moorland, adjacent to the busy Castleton to Sheffield road (A625). Pay and display, free to blue badge holders; there are three spaces marked with the disability symbol. Wheelchair path from car park to Surprise View over Hope Valley.

10. Surprise View - Hope Valley

A level tarmaced car park at the edge of moorland, adjacent to the busy Castleton to Sheffield road (A625). Pay and display, free to blue badge holders; there are three spaces marked with the disability symbol. Wheelchair path from car park to Surprise View over Hope Valley. Photo: Getty Images

For that top of the world feeling, you can't do much better than travel up a steep hillside in a cable car. The alpine-style gondolas will be taking passengers up to the hilltop park where there's acres of space to run off steam, explore old lead mines and find out about famous people who have visited the site in years gone by. The park is open from February 14 to 23, then every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during March, then daily from March 28 until November 2. To book tickets, go to https://www.heightsofabraham.com/plan-your-visit

11. Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath

For that top of the world feeling, you can't do much better than travel up a steep hillside in a cable car. The alpine-style gondolas will be taking passengers up to the hilltop park where there's acres of space to run off steam, explore old lead mines and find out about famous people who have visited the site in years gone by. The park is open from February 14 to 23, then every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during March, then daily from March 28 until November 2. To book tickets, go to https://www.heightsofabraham.com/plan-your-visit Photo: Heights of Abraham

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