United Kingdom, Peak District, England
A quiet forested run past reservoirs favoured by locals over the busier Cat and Fiddle.
Length
8 km
In miles
5 mi
Driving time
12 min
Atlas rating
8.2 / 10
The run
Errwood to Buxton. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Ice can form near the reservoirs in winter
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