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Carsington Visitors Centre

Carsington, Derbyshire

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In short: Carsington Visitors Centre is a place to eat in Derbyshire, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8,141 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

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About Carsington Visitors Centre

Carsington Visitors Centre sits at Carsington Water near Ashbourne. The centre itself is clean and informative, with good parking and accessible facilities. A cafe operates on site, holding a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

The wider location offers walking and cycling paths around the water, a children's playground, and a shop. The site is laid out for family visits and outdoor activities.

Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see Carsington Visitors Centre's own website.

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What's nearby

  • The RSPB shop at Carsington Water next door
  • Carsington Water - Mainsail Restaurant next door
  • Stones Island 300m away
  • Carsington Sailing Club 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Visitors say this destination offers beautiful scenery, well-maintained walking and cycling paths, and a fantastic playground for children. They also highlight the clean and informative visitor center, along with good cafes and shops. Guests mention the convenient parking and accessible facilities, making it ideal for families and outdoor activities.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.6 / 5 (8,141 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Derbyshire

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of Carsington Visitors Centre?

Carsington Visitors Centre is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is Carsington Visitors Centre any good?

Carsington Visitors Centre is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8,141 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

Is Carsington Visitors Centre good for children?

Yes, Carsington Visitors Centre is listed as good for children.

How do I contact Carsington Visitors Centre?

Call Carsington Visitors Centre on +44 330 678 0701.

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