Join me on one of Derbyshire’s finest gravel cycling adventures – a stunning loop that combines the Tissington Trail, High Peak Trail, and a scenic ride around Carsington Water. This route is a dream for gravel riders: packed with smooth trails, epic views, and peaceful countryside.
In this video, we’ll ride:
✅ The historic Tissington Trail – a tree-lined route through limestone country
✅ The rugged High Peak Trail – with open views and a bit more edge
✅ A beautiful loop around Carsington Water – perfect for a mid-ride break and lakeside scenery
Expect gentle gradients, well-maintained gravel paths, and plenty of spots to stop, refuel, and soak in the Peak District beauty. Whether you’re local or visiting, this loop is a must-ride for any gravel enthusiast.
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Nice, I live round there and been a roadie most of my life, I'm about to buy a gravel bike and this looks a fun route and I am aware of most of those trails. I had to laugh at Carsington though, I have always avoided the track round there as it is overcrowded with pedestrians, dogs and kids abandoned bikes in the middle of the trail haha.
That’s great! Gravel bikes are fun (most of the time 😅). Tbh Carsington Waters loop is such a great run and is legal unlike trail around Tittesworth Reservoir 🙄