Derwent Reservoir in Edale
Overview
10 miles
The dark waters of the Derwent Valley hide two flooded villages. The dams were also used to develop the ‘Dambusters’ bouncing bomb.
Hostels nearby
Location of Derwent Reservoir in Edale
Derwent Reservoir in Edale
Unknown location
Map references
- OS Grid Ref:
- SK 16892 91129
- Lat/Lng:
- 53.416694, -1.7473126
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- parts.inhabited.secondly
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