# Carsington Water, Ashbourne — Reviews & Visitor Info > This scenic reservoir near Ashbourne offers families picturesque walking trails, picnic spots and waterside dining, with excellent facilities including accessible amenities throughout. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/attractions/carsington-water (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Carsington Water Big Lane [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14740323186671916120&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Dave Clark - Whittle Hall Images](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/114372327461709293113) **In short:** Carsington Water is a campsite in Ashbourne, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 650 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Carsington Water This scenic reservoir near Ashbourne offers families picturesque walking trails, picnic spots and waterside dining, with excellent facilities including accessible amenities throughout. ## What's nearby - Heron House at Millfields Farm next door - Woodpecker Loft at Millfields Farm next door - Millfields Farm next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Mal Jones](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113378441351118211115/reviews) ★★★★★ July 2026: this is a fabulous place from which to explore Carsington Water and the surrounding area. The campsite is set in a pine forest and with ample sized hard standing pitches which are relatively flat. The toilet block is typical of C&MC sites so you know they are of a good or very good standard. The site has a particularly interesting dog walk which is amongst the trees skirting the boundary of the site. It is easily walkable or by bicycle to the Carsington visitor centre being about a mile away. There are also walks to be had around the perimeter of the lake back to the campsite and taking diversions into local villages is worthwhile. · via Google [pat turner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117082477790196050246/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful setting. Bit shady but in the heat its quite welcome. A very well kept site. Friendly wardens, always busy doing something. Located a very short distance from carsington water. Visitor center not far away. Facilities clean and well maintained. · via Google [Natalie C](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107142562179207823993/reviews) ★★★★★ We typically only stay at Caravan and Motorhome Club sites because we know exactly what to expect — clean, safe, quiet, and well-equipped facilities. That said, we think we may have found a new favourite at Carsington Water! We absolutely loved our stay here. The site is beautifully located within a stunning pine forest, with amazing walks right from the doorstep and lovely nearby villages to explore, especially Ashbourne. It’s perfect for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature. The site itself was spotless, peaceful, and felt very safe throughout our stay. We especially enjoyed all the birds and wildlife around the site. The managers were also lovely, friendly, and incredibly helpful, which made our visit even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend this site to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in beautiful surroundings. Thank you for such a lovely stay — we will definitely be back! · via Google [Laura Hayes](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113653637636128800880/reviews) ★★★★★ A lovely caravan site nice pitches with nice spaces in between the pitches. Couple of parks for the children to play on, one for smaller children and another for the older children, and space for playing games. Nice bathroom facilities which were always clean and well stocked. All site staff were welcoming and friendly, we look forward to coming back again! · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487a206dea5977f1:0x487a206da79fdf85!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this caravan site offers spacious, well-maintained pitches and spotless, roomy bathroom facilities, including showers where water flows without needing to hold a button. They also highlight the peaceful atmosphere, beautiful woodland setting, and convenient access to walking and cycling trails. Guests mention the friendly, helpful staff and the availability of food vans on site. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Big Lane [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.0440381%2C-1.6319538) **Category** National Parks & Reserves **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (650 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Ashbourne [More attractions in Ashbourne](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/attractions) ★ 4.7 (650 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.stwater.co.uk/wonderful-on-tap/our-visitor-sites/come-visit-us/carsington-water/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0330 6780 701](tel:03306780701) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ashbourne **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5W29V9+J6 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487a206dea5977f1:0x487a206da79fdf85!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487a206dea5977f1:0x487a206da79fdf85!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487a206dea5977f1:0x487a206da79fdf85!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ashbourne Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DAshbourne%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is Carsington Water any good? Carsington Water is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 650 Google reviews. ### Is Carsington Water dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Carsington Water. ### Is Carsington Water good for children? Yes, Carsington Water is listed as good for children. ### Is Carsington Water indoors or outdoors? Carsington Water is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Carsington Water suitable for? Carsington Water suits all ages. ### Is Carsington Water wheelchair accessible? Carsington Water has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Carsington Water? Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact Carsington Water? Call Carsington Water on +44 1335 370903. ## More near Carsington Water ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Old Lockup ★ 4.8 · 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/matlock/hotels/the-old-lockup) - [The Bentley Brook Inn ★ 4.5 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/fenny-bentley/hotels/the-bentley-brook-inn) - [The Bear Inn ★ 4.3 · 4.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wirksworth/hotels/the-bear-inn) - [Stables Ashbourne ★ 4.9 · 4.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/hotels/stables-ashbourne) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Barn Owl Lodge next door](https://staycation.co.uk/derbyshire-dales/cottages/barn-owl-lodge-uk4025) - [Woodpecker Loft next door](https://staycation.co.uk/derbyshire-dales/cottages/woodpecker-loft-uk4022) - [Swallow Barn next door](https://staycation.co.uk/derbyshire-dales/cottages/swallow-barn-uk4023) - [Hay Loft ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/derbyshire-dales/cottages/hay-loft-ukc7846) ### Campsites nearby - [Carsington Water Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/camping/carsington-water-caravan-and-motorhome-club-campsite) - [Uppertown Farm Camping and Caravan Site ★ 4.8 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/camping/uppertown-farm-camping-and-caravan-site) - [Knockerdown Inn ★ 4.3 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/derbyshire/camping/knockerdown-inn) - [Mulino Lodge - Farm and Retreat ★ 4.9 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kniveton/camping/mulino-lodge-farm-and-retreat) ### Things to do nearby - [Dinky Hooves ★ 5.0 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/attractions/dinky-hooves) - [Pennine Bridleway National Trail 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kirkby-stephen/attractions/pennine-bridleway-national-trail) - [Steeple Grange Light Railway ★ 4.6 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wirksworth/attractions/steeple-grange-light-railway) - [Ashbourne Recreation Ground ★ 5.0 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ashbourne/attractions/ashbourne-recreation-ground)