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Overview

This is an ideal walk for avoiding mud. There is a large car park where we meet as close as possible to the roadway entrance to the Visitor Centre. We shall be doing an anti-clockwise circuit of the reservoir, the opposite way to a few years ago, which I believe was the last time that RR circumnavigated Carsington Water. It extends to around 8.5 miles, with a lakeside mid-morning break and a lunch break in Carsington Village with plenty of bench seats. Those who are keen can also benefit from refreshments at the Visitor Centre before leaving. There are toilets at the start and part way round. Parking is all day for £7 when you leave the car park.

Sunday, 19 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
180.7m / 593ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SK 24136 51598
Nearest postcode:
DE6 1ST
what3words:
chainsaw.alright.rejoins
Start time:
10:00 am

Carsington Visitor Centre Car Park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking