Carsington Water is a fabulous destination for many outdoor pursuits or just a peaceful waterside beauty spot to relax and while away the hours

If you’re a cyclist you can enjoy the area’s picturesque trails on top brand mountain bikes available for hire from the visitors centre. You can enjoy the short, family friendly 3 mile route, or the full 8 mile reservoir circuit now all off road. Alternatively you can increase your route a little further and take in Hopton and Carsington Village. Tracks are regularly maintained and improved by Severn Trent Water and link to the Tissington and High Peak trails giving you even more opportunities to take in the fabulous scenery within the Derbyshire Dales.

Or enjoy the area’s most picturesque reservoir from the water. You can get out and enjoy the water whether you’re windsurfing or sailing on the main reservoir or exploring the paddlesports bay. Ideal for beginners or experienced water sports enthusiasts everything you need is available to hire.

Carsington Water offers also offers boat fly fishing at its best!  It’s natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, crystal clear waters and stunning fish combine to make Carsington Water addictive to anglers. It’s clear waters stock fish up to 8lb+, and it is stocked with top quality brown and rainbow trout from local suppliers. There are 20 well maintained boats available for hire, all supplied with engines, oars and an anchor.