Location: 53.4167464, -1.7460104
Part of the iconic Upper Derwent Valley system, Derwent Reservoir is both a vital water source and a major tourist destination. Surrounded by forested hills and cycle trails, it offers stunning views and is historically significant due to its use in RAF training for the Dambusters raids. Boating, birdwatching, and hiking are all popular activities here.
Tags:
– basin: retention
– name: Derwent Reservoir
– natural: water
– source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
– type: multipolygon
– water: reservoir
– wikidata: Q13359459
– wikipedia: en:Derwent Reservoir (Derbyshire)