Derwent Dams
near The Millstone Country Inn
The Upper Valley of the Derwent is a deep valley surrounded by gritstone edges and dominated by three great reservoirs, constructed by the Derwent Valley Water Board primarily to provide water for Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and Leicester. The upper two dams, Howden and Derwent, were constructed between 1901 and 1916 and they were such a large undertaking that a village called Birchinlee was constructed in the upper valley to house the workers and a narrow-gauge railway was built between Howden Dam and the Midland Railway at Bamford. Traces of both these may still be seen. The dams were opened in 1916.
other attractions
The Millstone Country Inn
Walking & Hiking
We are situated in the heart of the Peak District - a walkers paradise. Britain's most visited National Park offers
For The Cyclist
FOR THE CYCLIST
From challenging road cycling to relaxed trails & exhilirating mountain biking, the Peak District is synonomous with the two wheeled pastime
Derwent Dams
The Upper Derwent is a deep valley surrounded by gritstone edges and dominated by three great reservoirs. The training ground of the Dambusters squadron during the World War 2.
Renishaw Hall
Renishaw is rightly celebrated for its fabulous Italianate gardens, with monthly highlights including Magnolias, Bluebell Wood and Delphiniums amongst many, many more, so why not visit and take a look
Meadowhall Shopping Center
Meadowhall Shopping Centre is one of England’s biggest shopping venues, with around 300 popular high street retailers; explore their range of shops and restaurants.
Trans Pennine Trail
The Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) is an exciting route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders linking the North and Irish seas, passing through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals
Bolsover Castle
With spectacular views over Derbyshire, the fairy-tale Stuart mansion, Bolsover Castle, was designed to entertain and impress.
Chatsworth House
Chatsworth is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and has been passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family.