Above: The attractive path down to the southern tip of Fernilee Reservoir between points 9 & 10 on the map.
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Length: 3.3mls | Av. time: 1.30hrs
Start: The Valentine parking
Walk description, map & GPX | Download
Starting from the small carpark at the northern end of Fernilee Reservoir, the walk crosses the dam wall before turning left along a wide, mile-long gravel track through the trees.
The shoreline path
It returns along the attractive shoreline path, which was once the main route through the valley, connecting the hamlet of Goyt’s Bridge with Whaley Bridge via the Fernilee Gunpowder Mill.
Extending the walk
The walk can be extended by continuing along the shore of Errwood Reservoir to visit the ruins of Errwood Hall.
Route photos
Stages 1-6 of the route. Click any to enlarge and scroll through.
Relive video
Click to play and use the expand option to view in full-screen. More Goyt Valley Relives.
