Carsington Water

Description:

A leisurely ride up to Carsington Water visitor centre with a rest stop in the Café to enjoy the views and a ride back to Burton. Carsington Water is a reservoir operated by Severn Trent Water located between Wirksworth and Kniveton in Derbyshire, England. The Visitor Centre has a café featuring panoramic views. There are also smaller buildings erected by Severn Trent, namely the bird hide, north of the visitor centre on the circular bike route, as well as other more minor wildlife based-buildings dotted around the track. A point to note is that Severn Trent do charge for motorcycle parking at Carsington Water although this is only £1.50 for the day.

Meeting Point:
Morrisons Wellington Rd Burton upon Trent Burton-on-Trent DE14 2AR

Ride Pace: Leisurely

Ride Out – Carsington Water

Meeting Point:
Morrisons Wellington Rd Burton upon Trent Burton-on-Trent DE14 2AR

Ride Leader: John

Tail End Charlie: (only if needed due to numbers)

Outbound Details:

Date: 2023-04-09

Departure Time: 10:00am

Route: https://goo.gl:/maps/WT4Km8tR7VU5rzQf8?#

Length: 27 Miles

Time Frame: 50 Minutes

Return Details:

Date: 2023-04-09

Route: https://goo.gl:/maps/Dic8qosjXj5tuaWc8?#

Length: 28 Miles

Time Frame: 45 Minutes