Ladybower Reservoir Plughole Explore Inside and Out

Exploration of Ladybower Reservoirs giant bell mouth overflows known locally as plugholes. With water levels low the bell mouth are fully exposed, and we could not leave without looking inside.

[@AmbiAnts589]

A long time ago I actually made it to the 6th step down. I still wince at the thought of it. How stupid a thing it was to do and how easily I could have slipped down. I also tried the tunnel and got about 50 meters in before I realized I'm afraid of dark tunnels. Never again. This is why I stay indoors now in the warm with my cup of tea and watch your videos instead. Many thanks :)

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Interesting to hear that,the things you do probably in our younger days. It looked tempting but I knew the night of the drop. As you know those steps are big and slippy. Would of made a great photo, really show the size up, but not without a role and harness now. Really interesting comment,all the best Pat

[@GG-gotr6]

Your actions give me the same queasy feeling as these dudes climbing and hanging from cranes - the stupidity of youth? How close you were to a swift demise...

[@dazzlerby]

@@GG-gotr6 On a hot sunny day those stones would be dry as a bone. But still, I wouldn't do it now, maybe 20 years ago!

[@GG-gotr6]

@@dazzlerby I'm pleased you lived to tell the tale .... older and wiser. I drive a lot slower nowadays.... :-)

[@timmylumsden8060]

@@billbaker9623 God's still watching me...but I'm 60 years old...your Dad was right!!!

[@craiggreaves5473]

10 out of 10. I can listen to this guy say ploog ole all day.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Craig

[@kubeek]

@@patrickdickinson6492 I have real trouble not closing the windows, as the plugole is really getting anoying

[@jojodancer4947]

Me too ha ha haaa!

[@tohellorbarbados4902]

He says plugole. Southerners say plogole... or plagole. The south has completely lost the ability to pronounce "u" differently from "o", or "a".

[@OnceShy_TwiceBitten]

@@tohellorbarbados4902 I cant, because it makes ME out of breath just listening to him lol.

[@TerminusVox]

And now I don't have to wonder what's at the bottom of a plug hole! Thank you Patrick!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Glad I have been helpful, thanks Pat

[@eggy77]

Same here, being scared of heights/falling etc always get fearful looking at that plughole and thinking you wouldn't want to fall down there... I wonder if anyone ever has got too adventurous and reached their ultimate demise. Great vid btw, only your 2nd video I've viewed but I've subscribed so in for the ride now.

[@donkeyotay5]

a lot of folks do become so curious about mysterious structures, holes, caves, etc that they find themselves taking silly risks to see what's at the bottom of a well, or how stable a supporting beam is. You did that in such a responsible, informative and intelligent way that I'll never have to inch down those slippery terraces to see over the edge for myself :) in smaller reservoir overflows i've seen meshing blades and even screw type rollers for stopping branch and reed blockages(giant meat mincing machine, basically) and realised at that moment that I'd almost killed myself being stupid. All that and top class photography and charisma - you're a champ !

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hey thanks really appreciate your comments although you scared me with the mincing machine. All the best and thank you, Pat

[@ruthb7605]

It's so nice to see this type of exploration done sensibly and without trying to over sensationalise it, places like that are incredible enough on their own.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Ruth, zI wanted to make people aware of the dangers, but at the same time show everyone what a massive construction it is, all the best Pat

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Already in the run for 'Best KZbin Video 2019' in my humble opinion. Thanks Pat, keep up the fantastic work you do.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

So kind of you to say, really appreciate those comments, all the best Pat

[@phillkirby]

A drone would of been handy in this situation ...awesome little documentary 😊

[@nyrongristwood]

I've seen this plughole and others and when the water is flowing down them there is something almost primevil about them They are spooky

[@cjbecker1683]

Imagine the time & labor it took to build this. Absolutely amazing & intriguing to me.

[@daleHarrison93]

any carp in there lads?

[@Pablo-dw3wd]

@@cjbecker1683 Exactly the power of the working class is unmeasurable

[@gbpl1010]

Primeval primevil. Good words to describe.

[@mahir6239]

I don't want to get close

[@bubba2000art]

Sir, I for one am glad and THANK YOU for putting this on KZbin and for all your exploration videos and hard work. I honestly think the knowledge that you can share with regard to local history, well, if I was still teaching I would of shown your videos at school. Hope that you're keeping well Sir, and I think I speak for all your viewers in saying THANK YOU! x

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Such nice comments which I really appreciate, love all aspects of exploration, from research, filming to final editing, thanks again, all the best Pat

[@marvinc9994]

"if I was still teaching I would of shown" As a teacher, you _should_ have written "would HAVE.............", surely ?

[@benking9503]

Human engineering is astonishing really, and for some reason I love drainage and architecture, this video beats people setting fire to themselves and sticking wasp nests down there trousers for views

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Ben how they built this with the size of the stone blocks I don,t know, and I bet everything is perfectly level and vertical, thanks Pat

[@kingo55]

Have you got links to those videos too? (asking for a friend)

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@kingo55 not got any links but a bit of search on the internet should reveal a lot of information, thanks Pat

[@joeboscarino2380]

I beg to differ , it depends on who is burning and if they are free to flail around a bit .

[@rocketraccoon1976]

I just quit viewing this vid to go search for people sticking wasp nests down their trousers. Thanks! 😄

[@scottberg9893]

Came for the thumb nail pic, stayed for that great voice. I really did enjoy this video.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Bit late I know but thanks, Pat

[@1spiteri]

Yeah, blooming good video.

[@davidg5369]

Thanks Patrick, as you were showing that I was simply amazed at the enormity of that construction project and the number of men it must have taken to build it. A testament too that it has lasted nearly 80 years. Without videos like this people forget or never know history and take everyday conveniences for granted. From the east coast of America have a splendid day.

[@wyomingadventures]

So true, if someone doesn't explore stuff like this and show people it would be lost.

[@rogerkearns8094]

+Patrick Dickinson 13:02 _Can you hear that reverb?_ With that enormous, horn-shaped funnel above you, you were probably heard all over Derbyshire. ;)

[@henrybyrd5402]

What an excellent piece of work! I won't call it a "Clip" because this was a production far better than many TV programmes of this kind. Well done Patrick.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Really appreciate those comments Henry, makes it all worthwhile, thanks Pat

[@BigKelvPark]

To be fair, it's not bad but a TV production company would have had a localised microphone rather than shouting to the remote camera/phone. Too much echo for me. Great footage though.

[@ronnieg6358]

Yes brilliant production but not without a lot of work. Loved the first bit, didn't think you'd be stupid enough to go near the top, but I was scared for you anyway. I've seen this in full spate. A really spectacular sight!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@BigKelvPark thanks Kelvin I did use a local mic when remote from camera, and rely on camera mic when within range, thanks Pat

[@sonyas7377]

He should get noticed and go on to do real documentaries x excellent 👍

[@simonwilson1824]

I have watched lots of KZbin videos of people going inside the plugholes but never going right to the end looking up . . . till now. Excellent video 👍👍

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks can,t only go in part way, got to be a full explore or nothing, all the best Pat

[@simonwilson1824]

@@patrickdickinson6492 your welcome. Thanks for doing it but stay safe.

[@roypocklington430]

Your films are what youtube were made for! Im a West Yorkshire lad and know many of the places you explore. Your films are very informative, but much more than that they are so enjoyable to watch! We used to do just what you're doing; admittedly many moons ago but still now if I pass a tunnel portal hidden away in the undergrowth at the side of the motorway or some old industrial site that urge to go and explore is still there. `This film in particular has blown me away! I have pased the "plug hole" so many time both empty and and full and like everyone wondered what is down there: now I know. Thank you! The photo's are stunning. really something else.

[@timblake5711]

Amazing, I watched the overflow one first and didn't realise how big it was till i saw this one! Thank You

[@Sion.Ryan.Green.]

tim blake me too!

[@NoxiousNoodles]

Just imagine any poor fellow stood watching the plughole only to hear your echoing voice come out the hole and giving him the shock of his life.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes I thought that myself, would of been a laugh, thanks Pat

[@AshinAsia]

I thought if he could have done it at night and shined that torch up, and someone captured it, there would be global talk of it!

[@LucidComposureUk]

Hahahaha brilliant!!!

[@epasko5713]

I couldn't help it but to remember that character always muttering to himself In the Background of Pink Floyd Studio Tracks., Great Video! Loved it.

[@jamesstepp9982]

@@AshinAsia "I tell ya-there's SPACE ALIENS down there!! I SEEN 'em!!" LOL!!!

[@WiltshireMan]

You do go to some interesting places Pat. Thanks for taking us "down the plug hole" :) Sandy

[@josephdickinson5341]

Hi Sandy yes can,t drive anywhere now without scanning the area for drains and tunnels, and then I,ve got to go and have a look. Great places to be on a winters day, no rain, no wind and no people, perfect place to film in, all the best Pat

[@darren25061965]

Oh the irony, you work hard all your life, little time to enjoy, and then when you reach retirement you discover (and share, Thanks) so many interesting things, right on your doorstep. Now is the moment when you realise your not as fit as you were, and you are far closer to the grave than the cradle. Life can be so cruel at times. Thankfully we can experience many of these treasures thanks to people like you sharing their experiences, which frees up our now very valuable time to go and enjoy some other areas of interest. Thanks Patrick.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Darren yes suddenly you realise most of your life, you have just had, where did it go ? nothing you can do about it, just enjopy what you have got.....thanks Pat

[@valsblackcatsrule8740]

Amazing! The echoes were fantastic. Thank you for sharing!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes fantastic !!

[@leewilliams6174]

Love your videos Patrick it's fantastic to learn about the wonderful part of the country you are from.

[@richardlong4784]

Hi Patrick, I was born in Sheffield and I've visited Ladybower many times as a child and adult and seen the overflows but never when the water level is so low. As you probably know Ladybower is owned by Severn Trent Water Company and although its relatively close to Sheffield it actually feeds into Derbyshire and down towards Derby. I worked for Yorkshire Water for 33 years before retiring recently and know that there is a connection into Yorkshire to allow a transfer of water either way should the need arise, however I don't recall it actually happening for many years. I would be great to film the point where the water splits at a time in the winter when the reservoir is actually overflowing. When I started to watch I thought you were going to fly a drone through it I never thought you'd actually be able to get inside. Thank you very much for posting this film.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Richard and thanks for all the information, I new it came under Severn Trent, although so close to Sheffield. Amazing area and amazing place to explore, all the best Pat

[@AlisonBryen]

Ahh Severn Trent...my water supplier! I have to filter my water as it tastes very chemically straight out of the tap 😫

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@AlisonBryen yes I know what you mean, thanks Pat

[@richardlong4784]

Generally speaking filters such as Brita don't remove chemicals from the water - to do that you'd need activated charcoal(carbon) but what they do is make you leave the water in the fridge while they "filter" it, it is leaving it in the fridge that removes the taste. Chlorine, which is used the disinfect the water is very volatile and will evaporate all on its own if left in a jug overnight in the fridge. What filter's do is remove money from your wallet unless of course you are using one to clean water taken from a river or pond if thats the case then carry on but for tap water a waste of money.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@richardlong4784 thanks John for that Interesting information, just did not realise call that, thanks Pat

[@GrimUpNorth_yt]

The world's just a better place with people like Patrick in it. Top bloke.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks, we lads from up north look after each other, thanks Pat

[@peterschmidt644]

What a fascinating video and tour of the reservoir! Loved it. Thank you so much Patrick for such a fantastic explanation of the plug holes and how they work. WOW! Awesome video of an engineering marvel.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Peter, such amazing feats of civil engineering, on a big scale, all the best Pat

[@evanofelipe]

A very interesting exploration, well produced and informative, thanks. This is the first time I’ve come across your Channel and was impressed by your photography and attention to detail. Thanks for sharing, just to add, I’m hooked and now Subbed. Incidentally, your efforts pay mute tribute to the humble workers tenacity and brick layers who laboured to build this architectural wonder during one of the most difficult times in our history, namely the 2nd World War - brilliant

[@adrielrochamartins4591]

It completed resovoid and to 😨😱😨😨😨😱

[@mohartley7607]

Brilliant Patrick....once again my immediate thoughts are always towards the Labour force that achieved so much.....thanks for all your efforts it is appreciated Thanks Mo Wilts

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hello Mo yes such hard work for the men and families that built and lived round the Resorvoir, all the best Pat

[@JohnFox-X333XXX]

Absolutely fabulous personal guided tour of the plughole Pat, thanks so much for posting it. Very clear, well spoken, and unfussy. My late father was a water engineer, specialising in purification from reservoirs for domestic and industrial usage. In my childhood I visited many reservoirs with him during school holidays, but he was never able to take me inside a dam structure. On what would have been his 100th birthday, I visited Talybont Reservoir and was given a superb tour of the water treatment works below the dam by a Dwr Cymru Welsh Water engineer, but still didn't get to see inside the dam structure! I have absolutely loved watching this video! Just brilliant.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks John, great comments, I can understand your passion for these massive structures, I probably should not of been there, but felt safe, and great ace to film, all the best Pat

[@WarHawk-]

The 'mist' he felt was actually the spirit of the plughole . . . glad he made it out alive!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Really made those photos, thanks Pat

[@simongilbert2412]

Comment from Australia. We enjoyed your video. Look forward to the next one. My wife’s from Manchester and she says your accent brings back memories.

[@railjoe1]

You had me going there when you said you were slipping , I thought you had more sense than that. Then you cleared that thought with how you took the video, I knew you were smarter than the people taking selfies in crazy locations. I have been enjoying your adventures and really enjoy your photography and videos. Keep safe and healthy.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Joseph yes just to add a bit of drama, although perfectly safe as you saw.The size of the plughole gets me is massive, all the best Pat

[@chilman6461]

@@patrickdickinson6492 haha I was thinking are you mad

[@johnm2012]

He had me going for a moment there, too. I didn't realise how steeply sloping that wall actually is. I was watching on my phone, holding it at arm's length and sweating!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@johnm2012 hi John even worse when you know there is a 100 foot drop !!,...... Pat

[@stevel6943]

Pat's channel is better than anything we see on the telly. So much preparation, effort and commitment. Thanks for all your work Pat you really do entertain and educate. 👍

[@patrickdickinson6492]

That's great Steve, at the end of the day I want people to be entertained by my videos.... thanks Pat

[@stevel6943]

@@patrickdickinson6492 no problem Pat. I'm actually watching your channel now with a nice glass of Wainwright's. All the best.

[@halazi2302]

Patrick Dickinson - my daughter and I are new to you videos and we are instant fans of yours - fantastic commentary and we appreciate all the effort you have investing in sharing these videos all round the globe - we enjoy them all the way from "down under".... The Ladybower is the jewel in the crown we must add !

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks and welcome to my channel, Ladybower was such a massive construction, biggest pipe I had ever stood in, most of my recent videos are about wildcamping, or in my shed pub which I built during our covd lockdown, all the best Pat

[@halazi2302]

@@patrickdickinson6492 Hi again Patrick - I can't recall if I thanked you for replying to us (so thank you) and was wondering if you could send me a quick note via e-mail as I would like to ask you a little favour if possible ? e-mail: [e-mail] - Cheers H

[@mwsparky2]

Who on earth were the miserable boring people who gave this a thumbs down, they must lead very boring and uninteresting lives... Brilliant video Pat... 👍👍👍

[@paullevi5598]

@im batman LOL

[@delboytrotter8806]

I'm bored......

[@mwsparky2]

@@delboytrotter8806 if you are bored, watch something else which pleases you... 👍

[@jpaulc441]

they probably didn't like his voice

[@Mozarts-Sister]

They is jealous, innit

[@MrVinnyh]

I enjoyed that Patrick, with a little bit of a history lesson as well, Great!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Vince yes all part of the presentation, thanks for watching Pat

[@pzmcgowan]

I could watch this guy all day. His videos are informative, well edited and he's clearly passionate about his subjects. Get him on TV now !

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Paul appreciate that, thanks Pat

[@Nttmf]

Excellent to see this. Just look at the engineering that took to make this. All the men that grafted to make this and probably could not be done the same today. The stone work is unreal around that plug hole. Those stones are there to last. Great vid mate.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Mike, yes a type of construction we may not see again, built with little mechanical aids and just lots of skilled manpower..... thanks Pat

[@johnferguson8993]

Pat, that was a fascinating video thank you very much and I love learning stuff that I know nothing about but it was as scary as hell for me. When you were looking down into the plughole I thought you were going to slip and you sent my heart racing. Thank goodness you showed us that you were just using an extra-long selfie stick, I was much relieved. Fantastic acoustics in the tunnel, as a musician I can't help but notice these things. Many thanks once again and I hope you don't get into trouble over where you've been.

[@Fiifufu]

plugol

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yep that's what it is, a plughole, thanks Pat

[@Chrisfrom_Dallas]

The 'pint o' ale theis', also wasn't a beer, I realized, somewhat later.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@Chrisfrom_Dallas thanks Pat

[@vrccb]

No. It is pronounced 'plug'ole'!

[@thetraveler3603]

😊

[@MarcKreutzer]

Hey Patrick, i am from germany and i was working the last two and a half week in Sheffield. i visited the Ladybowers in Peak District and some other places in and around Sheffield. i wish to say thank you for the insights and keep the great job up. thumps up! Greets from germany, Marc.

[@amytickhill7677]

This is 1 of my favourite places to go with my partner. We're local and still amazes me everytime we go. Always wondered where it led to, glad to see this😊

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Great to share the hidden wonder of the Peak District, I always have a look when out this way....... thanks Pat

[@djs5074]

Top job Pat. I'm fascinated by dams and spillways even though I have a phobia of them. Turning the light out tonight maybe an issue 🙈

[@patrickdickinson6492]

You want to see it when it's overflowing, quite terrifying, sleep well, all the best Pat

[@johnm2012]

I know exactly what you mean. I have a similar morbid fascination. I watched this on my phone but held it at arm's length most of the time. I'm glad Pat posted this because I got to see something that I would never want to experience myself. I do worry about fearless but foolhardy kids watching and copying him though.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@johnm2012 comments noted, thanks Pat

[@AlisonBryen]

I'm exactly the same, I'm terrified of oversized engineering, water filled tunnels wide open spaces, deep water and heights yet I'm drawn to these types of videos again and again and again! Morbid curiosity is an interesting phenomenon!!!!!

[@yosieposiejones6590]

I hear you! I am exactly the same. Seriously freaky but I can't stop watching!

[@stephenelston7596]

Thanks Pat for this illuminating presentation. I remember visiting in February 2010 when our elder daughter was at Manchester University. The water was cascading down in torrents then. I still have the short videos - and the noise was spectacular. Thanks too for the information about the landscape. You made me almost want to buy a tent. Good luck with your next adventure. From a soft southerner.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hello Stephen you were lucky to see it overflowing, seen it myself but never thought to film it. Maybe a while until its overflowing again, water levels so low, another dry summer and we may be in trouble, thanks Pat

[@stephenelston7596]

@@patrickdickinson6492 If ever you'd like a record of that Sinkhole in use (could be e-mailed as only a few grainy seconds and less than 15mb) just let me know. Best, Stephen

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@stephenelston7596 thanks Stephen

[@petersmithyt9091]

This is awesome. I. Love going over the M62 and looking at the Ladybower Structure. To see workings is fantastic. You are a legend thank you.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Wow, thank you Peter, yes the plugholes are a awesome sight........ thanks Pat

[@RM-io7qo]

Good for you, Pat, and Well Done! Truly awesome scenes and photographs. Take care...

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks John, just uploaded Plughole in "action"........Pat

[@travellifewithjobo5740]

Near the end,The long building in the background was part of the waterworks but I think is now flats.The beautiful house was(perhaps still is) a Waterboard workers home.Many years ago my Reliant Fox caught fire opposite the house.The engineer living in the house spotted my fire,rang the Derbyshire Fire Brigade and brought a large bucket ,climbed over the wall and degged water from the reservoir,which was full.He said there was no shortage of water to put the fire out.It worked and was out when the firemen arrived but they checked the vehicle carefully.I had the Fox repaired and used it for many years and it was eventually was made into a sports car ,a Tempest .Ladybower cant have been used to put out many car fires .The engineer at a later date took me round the main water processing plant further down the valley.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Wow such a interesting story and glad everything worked out OK for you, all the best Pat

[@almuric1baggins337]

Naughty boy breaking the rules! My word, how sad, never mind! (in the voice of Windsor Davies). if people had never pushed it or broken the rules in the past; we'd still be painting ourselves blue and living in caves! Long live the spirit of adventure! Nice video my friend. Very informative. Keep boldly going where no-one has gone before. :)

[@davidmasker8363]

You my friend like M.Zero are A-o,k.Great video and you have made me very happy.Please be safe and from Rhode Island in U.S.A. Have a brilliant day.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Nice to hear from USA, I like Martins vidios as well, all the best Pat

[@mauricepianiste]

Thank you so much, Patrick for sharing your explorations the average people would probably never have the chance to experience. You've being doing an awesome job!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Maurice, this was a awesome place, glad I had the opportunity to film it, all the best Pat

[@deano43]

Thanks Patrick for the interesting video, I can see that you put a lot of work and research into your videos, maybe invest in a drone rather than a long camera mount, could make it safer too. Keep up the good work and I hope your channel does well.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Dean appreciate your comments thanks Pat

[@chrisdavies73]

Bloody ell Pat, you be careful! The last time I saw a hole like that I had to buy her a bag of chips before I got so much as a kiss.

[@josephdickinson5341]

You must know some right women, haha, thanks Pat

[@BRM101]

Chris Davies 😄😄

[@petersurguy4179]

Be careful what you say as I'll tell your missus

[@mike311271]

lmao that's what i was just thinking with regards to my girlfriend lmao

[@themagicrat8803]

I normally strap a plank across my arse and hold a flare just in case

[@Telthecelt]

Absolutely amazing, Patrick! How could I have missed this for so long? I've seen a video of this in full flow before but never appreciated the scale until you stood beside it. I had a little laugh at your 'slips' as I guessed you were toying with us. :) The torch-beam photos are something else. You need to have an exhibition of all this incredible stuff. Your light-painting shots are superb. It is a great feature of KZbin let us all see, find out and explore things to widen our outlook. Like travel, KZbin broadens the mind. Well done and thanks again. ATB, Terry

[@patrickdickinson6492]

This place was massive, like you said you really appreciate it when I,am stood next to it. Inside , again just a massive drain pipe, a great place to play about with a camera for a few hours, glad you enjoyed my little trip underground, all the best Pat

[@sheep1ewe]

Nice video! i hawe sort of phobia for those intake holes (but not the tunnels for some reason...) but i often wonder how they look from the inside when they are not filled with water, especially those old ones.

[@chrismayer3919]

And then suddenly...SEWER MONSTER APPEARS!!!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

I think they are fantastic places, we are all different, Pat

[@sheep1ewe]

@@patrickdickinson6492 Yes it's realy amazing, especially knowing that they did not had acess to lot of our modern materials and tecnology. (I am also the one wich, despite of my phobia, always want to climb down in those suspicious holes, caves and tunnels if i got a chance, it's good that You also talk about safety in those videos.)

[@tommonaghan111]

Terrifying. I don’t think anyone will want to go down now so you’ve done a good public service film, like those grainy 1970s ones where they show death ahead, except your film is full of amazing light paintings. Man-made waters, the stuff of nightmares for me.

[@josephdickinson5341]

Does look a bit terrifying when you look down from the top, even more so when the water is poring down the plughole, it is correct to be fearful of these places for your own survival, all the best Pat

[@tommonaghan111]

Joseph Dickinson I wonder if anyone has actually accidentally gone down one, and if so, did they survive. At least we now know the plughole doesn’t terminate at the centre of the earth 😊

[@peterjansen5498]

I live in Hobart Tasmania. We also have a Derwent Valley and Derwent river. It runs through several dams feeding hydro power stations. Both our Derwent Valleys are very picturesque.

[@jamesf8864]

Just showed this to my girlfriend (having watched it myself when you originally uploaded). The slippery walk over to the plughole had her terrified! 😂😉

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Just to add a bit of drama to the video, thanks Pat

[@jamesf8864]

@@patrickdickinson6492 Hollywood, eat your heart out!

[@craiggodfrey2789]

Fantastic clip .. I`m from the South Island of New Zealand ... your reach is far with quality informed clips like these .. cheers.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Great that my videos travel so far, this p!ace was massive, glad you enjoyed it, thanks Pat

[@teddine7366]

didnt anybody notice the cave man drawing at 12:45

[@alienseven]

saw that, was wondering if anyone else caught it.

[@muddgoat5900]

The devil looking picture on the right very faint 👹👀👌

[@RobertLoves]

I see what you saw there.

[@johnnyrandom100]

looks like a MAN U red devil to me. Ladybower is not far from Manchester.

[@Dave-hu5hr]

@@johnnyrandom100 So you're not from the UK then.. Lol.

[@keithmoreton1764]

Amazing explore Pat, thank you for sharing. Love the fact that you do your research and make it very informative.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Keith, yes the research is a very interesting part and I learn alot about the history etc, all the best Pat

[@pauld.1256]

That is the first virtual colonoscopy of ladybower l have seen... well done Pat!!! Your a hoot...love your work!!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Paul

[@daveslifeover65]

You had me Patrick, I imagined you slipping and sliding down that incline at the top of the overflow. I am so glad you use the pole instead. If more people knew of this channel you would have 17 million subscribers.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks John, just thought I would add a bit of drama and excitement to my vidio, seemed to of worked, all the best Pat

[@mrblond750]

That brick work look amazing!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes a work of art, thanks Pat

[@adrielrochamartins4591]

@Adrielrocha martins

[@adrielrochamartins4591]

To vendo que isso e assustador nao e

[@h15films]

Great little film, you made it very interesting so well done.

[@bispybristol]

I'm here after watching those 2 People get ridiculously close to this.

[@MyMeiga]

Same here :)

[@bingbam5093]

lmfao me too

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes saw the news item myself, sort of grateful for publicity it brought me, thanks Pat

[@andrewcruz1931]

Amazing video ! I just heard about these ‘bell mouth spillways’ and was instantly fascinated! Again, amazing video !

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Its the size of the thing that impressed me, thanks Pat

[@Daracdor]

Pat , I watch all your vids & love the laid back humour you add . Quite often we go walking and when we reach an area that looks challenging I sometimes do a impersonation of you saying " I`m here on a wild camp " Middle of December we walked from Castleton over Winn hill & down into Ladybower . The water was just as low and as I looked down into that very same overflow I said I bet Pat is down there right now … a month later you were ! Very strange . Regards .

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Wow what a coincidence. I try and add humour of my own kind, I ,am not a too serious person and I want my vidios to be exciting but fun at the same time. There are too many other serious things in life as it is, all the best, Pat

[@BurtonOutdoors]

Very interesting Patrick, brilliant production, really enjoyed it, I wouldn't worry about the fact it was restricted... you gotta do what ya gotta do. Stunning images too Patrick. Just brilliant, kept my attention the whole way through. Lee

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yeah that's my thought, chance if anybody saying anything is remote, just get on with it, the for watching,. Pat

[@EscapeMCP]

@@patrickdickinson6492 When (/if) the waterboard find out, they can see you're only there due to a genuine interest (in both the historical and engineering aspects). You're condemning stupidity around this thing and being safe whilst you do it. They'd treat it as a free PSA I'd imagine.

[@jeffg7brj548]

Thanks for the video Patrick, very informative, I for one am very happy that you posted this to you tube. I am disabled now and this is the only way for someone like me to be able to see stuff like this. I used to walk for miles over the moors around Rochdale and half of Lancashire. Born and bred in Littleborough, but lived in Sheffield for a number of years before heading back to home ground.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Jeff, glad I can bring you these amazing places into your home, I love making them as well, all the best Pat

[@claudbutlerroux7510]

These plug holes always scare the bejesus out of me, seeing your video makes them less scary .Thanks Patrick 😊

[@patrickdickinson6492]

That's good, can be a bit scary for all of us, especially when water is pouring down, thanks Pat

[@24bellers20]

You had me Pat. I thought you’d slipped in. 😂😂

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes thought it would add a bit of excitement, thanks Pat

[@danhensley1629]

A very amazing feat of masonry work.

[@petecernan2568]

Stood there as a child on a school trip in 1974 water was overflowing and it frightened me to death never forgot that image

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Pete, yes it is definitely very intimidating, looking at the water just disappearing ........ thanks Pat

[@bostedtap8399]

Truly exceptional exploration, and even better photography, plenty of repairs on the vertical channel to horizontal, ref brick work. Thanks for sharing and best regards from the Black Country.

[@danielmarshall4587]

Mr Dickinson has indeed put full effort into this vid, really good presentation and photography.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks really appreciate your comments, thanks and nice to hear from the Black Country, Pat

[@sindento1942]

I remember my parents taking me there in the late 50s when I was 6.It was in full overflow mode and was absolutely horrific,luckily I wasn't tall enough to see over the wall and hid there after the initial viewing being held by dad.It still gives me shudders after all these years. I don't think parents then,who'd been through the war,had as much empathy for kids like now,maybe it's gone a bit too far and kids don't experience as much of the world on their own.

[@mrk.dilkington]

I had a similar experience at Llynn Celyn reservoir, when me dad thought it would be fun to walk down to the overflow with me on his shoulders..scared the shit out of me.

[@LHoriginal]

@@mrk.dilkington you are one of our most valuable costumers

[@nemoniente5844]

...thank you... I've always wanted to see what these were like inside...

[@philjones3335]

Only just found this video, probably the best video I've seen on KZbin, love your stuff Pat

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Phil, really nice of you to say, must admit it was a bit of a adventure, plenty of adrenaline flowing..... all the best Pat 👍

[@dan.100]

Found this quite by accident just from someone on Twitter posting a photo of the plughole with the reservoir in spate. Super video Patrick. Really enjoyed it.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Great to have you along Dan, certainly is a awe inspiring place....... thanks Pat

[@clairependrous4512]

Flippin' 'eck Pat, you had me going at the start of the video thinking that you were walking across to the top of the plug 'ole! ...Those things really scare me, but what a fantastic video, another great explore and more superb photography. You really should put on an exhibition.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Claire, that was to add a bit of drama and excitement, and I think it worked, nice to talk to you, Pat

[@basbastian2998]

Great video. And your pictures... Amazing. I like your exposure and balance in the pictures. A tad harsh, but that is the way i like it. And it works great for silouhette (sorry not native English, I'm Dutch). Thanks to you, I don't have to go down that hole. By the way. At the beginning of the video, I was thinking you made it with a drone. The pan left to right, when faking to slip, it was just not natural. But using a long stick.... simple and just as effective. nice creative thinking. I like it.

[@seamanjive]

Wow....I couldn't watch the bit where I thought you were climbing down to the plug hole! Fantastic vid, brilliant!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks just a bit of dramatics, thanks Pat

[@nickfry7705]

Excellent, many thanks for this. We did the "Derwent Valley Walk" last year and stared at the overflow many times in wonder. No need for me to risk my neck to find out now so thanks for risking the KZbin police. We did however start our walk at the actual source of the Derwent on the moors above Swains Greave. A fantastic walk done in stages throughout the summer. Recommend it to anyone.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Hi Nick, this was a awesome place to explore, always wanted to have a look down there, all the best Pat

[@robaylmer2450]

An excellent documentary Pat, worthy of the BBC! I hope you don't get into any trouble, but very worthwhile and enthralling - scared me witless at first with your selfie stick! Drama aswell!! well done and keep up your excellent video's - paramount though is keep safe. best regards :-)

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes after 40 years with Yorkshire Electric, safety has been ingrained in me so always at the forefront. Just wanted to add a bit of excitement which I think I did, all the best Pat

[@andygee1972]

It's miles better than anything on the BBC and he doesn't steal money off us

[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@andygee1972 thanks Andy appreciate the comments, thanks Pat

[@crzy1gs]

This is so cool! Wish I'd known about this last weekend, I would have gone and checked it out. I did a hike from Hope > Losehill > Mam Tor > Edale > Wild Camp > Win Hill (where you look down on Lady Bower reservoir!). Love the Peak District (mainly for bouldering) wish i was closer as 2.5-3hr drive makes it a bit less accessible. Great video as ever :D

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes amazing place luckly only 20 mins away so always round the area, all the best Pat

[@ivanjednobiegowiec7656]

... and funnily enough, only 9 months later, in early October 2019 these were overflowing with water :) And Derwent Dam was overflowing over the top of retention wall :D Great exploration mate! Thanks! Cheers! I.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes the reservoirs soon fill up, must be in the perfect catchment area, just a pity they can't store the excess water........ thanks Pat

[@BobBob-uv9fq]

I like how the music builds the tension up ,it’s excruciating 🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Bob, thought it fitted well... thanks Pat

[@unixtippse]

Take my upvote, mad old trespassing englishman.

[@thetraveler3603]

Martin Schmitt u hAd me laugh 😂 🤣

[@theheftyhiker847]

Pat thank you I have always wondered what's at the bottom of them since being a kid!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Glad to provide you with the answer, all the best, Pat

[@chris_hayes]

Me too!

[@dannytomlinson4533]

Chris Hayes massive ploogol! Thanks for the video...Awesome!

[@Hypohair]

Brilliant video. I am sick so could never get anywhere like that nowadays and never saw it in my youth. Thanks for posting.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Your dry welcome to come along, all the best Pat

[@SqubaSquid]

Such a cool video. I also love how you’re narrating the photos you’ve taken within the tunnel…while in the tunnel. A minor thing but it’s better than doing it at home or a studio.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes it’s got to sound right, so important , it’s those little things that makes all the difference……thanks Pat

[@6yjjk]

Watching this is good exercise - my arse twitched for 20 minutes straight. I don't care if it took two years to fill that reservoir, I'd STILL be terrified of drowning in there. As for the top of it, you wouldn't get me and my kayak within a mile of that thing. Just no.

[@speleokeir]

My gran's labrador got sucked down the overflow pipe of a resevoir on Saddleworth moor many years ago. Amazingly it came out the other end and was fine, but my mother always kept us well away from it as kids after that.

[@monad_tcp]

away from the dog? I'm kidding, I know.

[@ColinPaddock]

My butt clenched a lot harder when he was looking down the top. Heights is a bigger phobia for me than drowning. That was a lucky dog BTW.

[@speleokeir]

@@monad_tcp lol. Yeah and the reservoir.

[@6yjjk]

@@ColinPaddock Heights, drowning, underwater machinery - for me, the Holy Trinity of Nope. I love dams but they creep me the hell out.

[@step2191]

Thanks Patrick for taking us there! Hope to see more of where you travels take you!

[@Timmysminivanventures]

Almost half a million views on this pat. I remember your channel when I bumped into you up on kinder scout pat and uou only had a few subscribers back then. You deserve it mate! The best channel I know. ATB

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks Timmy, yes sort of amazed me how many views this got, some videos I spend ages filming and editing for very little views, but I suppose that's KZbin for you, thanks Timmy, all the best Pat

[@___David___Savian]

When Patrick was talking at 6:51 with that heavy echo reverberating I immediately thought that would have been a great place for John Bonham from Led Zeppelin to play the drums in the song When The Levee Breaks. That echo delay would have been exquisite !!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes David, I would be the perfect location for Led Zep, and many other rock bands, people outside would have a amazing show, all the best Pat 😊

[@___David___Savian]

@@patrickdickinson6492 Hey Pat, I'm an American from across the pond in New York City -- Manhattan (USA). When you have your next ice cold pint on camera could you mention me and say hey David, cheers as you are about to drink it. I want to feel like I'm having a pint as well with you. Thanks mate. Cheerio !!

[@sirtinley-knot2944]

Pat "This is a covert operation to get to the outlet, and it's covered by cctv" next camera shot.... Pat: *"WE'RE OUTSIDE THE OUTLET NOW"*

[@UAPJedi]

Brick Builder UK Pat is a legend! True Brit Grit👍

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Once I had my film footage then I was nt bothered who saw me, I no the area and could easily out run any water board worked, would of added to the excitement, thanks Pat

[@neiledmonds9175]

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[@patrickdickinson6492]

@@neiledmonds9175 explain !

[@neiledmonds9175]

Patrick Dickinson : No idea what I did, probably just pressed wrong button. Hope it was nothing offensive!

[@TheMendipman]

Another 'dam' fine video Pat. Happy New Year! Noel

[@patrickdickinson6492]

I like it Noel, you should've on the stage, all the best to you for 2019, thanks Pat

[@havingalook2]

Brilliant - nothing short of. I was there a few years back and the water was low and always wanted to see the out put part so many thanks indeed for that wonderful view of the tunnel - well done indeed. Cheers

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes great place round Ladybower, so much to see, water levels still low, so might be a water shortage if we don,t get alot of rain, thanks Pat

[@cazzab999]

A really interesting video. Good to know where these unusual places go. A fascinating insight. Thank you for posting Patrick. Happy travels ! ☺

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Glad you enjoyed it, such a great place , that very few people see....... thanks Pat

[@acceler9]

Cat drawing spotted @ 11:52. Great video!! Thanks!!!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Yes I,be seen it, thanks Pat

[@f.d.english5080]

Over 3,000 "I love when he says , Plug Ole" comments and rising!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

That's my Sheffield accent for you, thanks Pat

[@Brend.0]

I wonder if i moved to Sheffield from the US how long it would take me to pick up this accent. 🤣

[@OneMiketoLive]

Wow! What an amazing structure! Thanks for posting this. You're right; many of us (your viewers) would never have a chance to visit such a place. Thanks again.

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Glad you enjoyed the video could,nt miss this had to get out and film it, appreciate your comments thanks Pat

[@ailinos]

One of the villages that was "drowned" during the construction of this sometimes shows its remains when the water is low! Thank you Wikipedia for that random factoid 😊😊 Needless to say this is a fantastic video, well done!

[@patrickdickinson6492]

Thanks for that, remember wandering round the ruins in the 1990,s when low water levels as it has been last year, thanks Pat