Carsington Water Club Campsite

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Good for families

Great for families but not for us

We were given a pitch near the toilet block. There was a constant banging of the toilet door all day and late into the evening. Also from 6.00 am. The noisiest site we have been on so far. Kids running around during the evening and early in the morning. Not for us at all. Also there was no recycling all rubbish went into one bin regardless. The site itself is set in a lovely place with woodland and trees and very close to Carsington Water which was lovely. Also we saw that people were emptying their cassette toilets and then Using the drinking tap to wash it out which we were horrified due to current COVID situation. Germs etc. Definitely would not stay here again we prefer peace and quiet. This may have been due to location of the pitch

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Debbie AVFC

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Reviewed on 03/09/2020 20:37

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Great site, but in retrospect, not for us

We booked the Carsington, Club site, looking forward to the trip, but arrived from the Lakes, after being rained on , to the prospect of a windy , and rainy three days. We decided to call it a day, and go home early, sadly, as that is not our way. The site is well organised , and staff seem very efficient. It is pretty, and well placed for the reservoir, and local walks and bike trails, BUT, we, although we had bikes with us, were in our motorhome, and thought that once we had cycled around the main reservoir, there was not much left to do, in the very windy, wet weather we were having. No walkable or bikeable pubs or towns, so we were feeling marooned. We feel it would be brilliant for caravaners with a car, or younger more energetic people, who would love to take advantage of the area, on foot or bike It is a brilliant proposition , but for us possibly too far away from it all.

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Motorgnomes

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Reviewed on 03/09/2020 19:03

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Peaceful site in a unique setting

A warm and informative welcome to this lovely small site set amongst the trees. The facilities on site were very clean and new COVID-19 rules were applied well. The reservoir within easy walking distance makes a great place for walking and paddle sports.

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libxx1

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Reviewed on 27/08/2020 19:58

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Reassuringly safe feeling post lockdown visit

This is a very attractive site, with spacious pitches and although quite large, it has an intimate feel as it is divided into sections. It is superbly well maintained and the organisation to ensure safety in the current climate was excellent. The toilet block was really well organised, so that there were never more than three people in at a time. We only used the showers (we were there in the heat wave and needed slightly more water than on board showers provide!) and never had to queue. I think a lot of people were using their own on board facilities as much as possible, as requested. It is situated within a ten minute walk of Carsington Water and the cycle round the reservoir is not to be missed. We did it easily on regular bikes and we are very much 'your average cycles, aged 72 and 62'. We tried ebikes (hired in Ashbourne) for the Tissington Trail which was a great experience. But it was such a lovely site, with great pitches, and we had fabulous weather, so we spent quite a bit of time relaxing by our van.

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Alirich

Reviewed on 19/08/2020 20:15

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Good for families

Nice and handy to visit Carsington Water

A very pleasant site where access to Carsington Water is via a walkway to the southern end. As the walkway is quite narrow I would advise walking to the southern end of Carsington Water by the gassed area next to the road this will allow for social distancing. There is a very nice walk within the site which is close to the perimeter. It is a decent distance to walk your dog or simply take yourselves on a pleasant walk. Due to COVID-19, I would advise you use your own toiletry and washing facilities. This is for obvious reasons, or to avoid a wait. Carsington Water gets very busy in good weather so if you fancy a walk or ride around the pleasant perimeter path, I would advise you do it early or late on. We shall, at some time, return as we enjoyed our stay very much.

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NIVEKTNED

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Reviewed on 17/08/2020 11:48

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First time and it ticked all boxes

Arrived at 1:40pm and third in line, have to stay with unit until you are first then check in which took 15 minutes. We are easily pleased regarding pitches and found one within a few minutes without doing multiple rounds of the site. Facilities were spotless with sanitizer everywhere, individual coloured bands had three numbered hooks, but more than once did mine disappear and either leaving me with someone elses or none at all. Kids on bikes, scooters or skateboards were going on a speed down the site road, jumping over the speed humps that warranted to be an Olympic sport, but everyone but them adhered to all rules. Excellent dog walk, cycling from site with only a very short road ride to the reservoir unless you cycled the pedestrian footpath. Visitor centre open for food, and anyone without a face covering came out of the one way system without food or drink, strictly enforced it seems. Excellent first time visit, friendly Wardens who acknowledged everyone they passed and peaceful except for a thunderstorm to die for.

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Metheven

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Reviewed on 17/08/2020 09:45

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Great location

We stayed a few days in July. It’s a lovely site, great walks around the reservoir. Husband enjoyed cycling, I had a couple of runs over the dam to the visitor centre and back. Wristband system is a great idea but only works if people use it properly. I came out of the loo on one occasion to find a girl taking my band, and another time to find my band gone. Also noticed people going into the loos without a band. Mentioned this to the warden, more as an observation as I’m not sure how this can be improved and didn’t want to write this review without telling her first. We will return of course, as it’s a lovely site.

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craigndi

Reviewed on 08/08/2020 19:12

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Lovely site

Just spent 4 nights at this lovely site. It’s situated in a wooded area but lots of open spaces. Nearby Carsington Water has lots of activities - canoeing, paddle boarding, sailing etc. Cycle routes around the reservoir which were very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend this site. Band system works very well, felt very safe here.

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geminitracey

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Reviewed on 05/08/2020 18:54

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Lovely reservoir for cycling

Our first part -week break since Covid struck. No problems checking in (though we were later on so no Q). Band system worked ok - agree with previous reviewer that some way of having separate Q for loo only would be handy. Slight slope pitch in quiet corner with great views, with hindsight we would have had more sun on a more open pitch. Site layout is nice, didn't get the frequent 'car park' feel! Site staff friendly as always and Pizza night was great...they really are good :) Cycle (or walk) round reservoir is nice and all off road. Pity not all activities/instruction on due to Covid but that just means we may have to come back. Husband hired boat to fish, quite expensive (£51 day) but had a good time.

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stecity

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Reviewed on 04/08/2020 11:44

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Great site, took far too long to check in, saving pitch unfair!!

We’ve been visiting this site for 10 years now, our favourite site. We were concerned that the covid rules would change things but for us our holiday was just as enjoyable as ever. Simple rules in place which everyone followed. Unfortunately on arrival we joined the queue at the bottom of the hill, it took an over an hour for us to get to the top, we were told the card machine had gone wrong (not the staffs fault) names were taken and membership cards and we were told to go back in an hour to pay and let them know which pitch we were on. Not quite sure why it took so long. We chose pitch 14 and began setting up, we noticed a lady with a dog then stood in pitch 16, approx 30 mins later her motor home arrived, she had clearly got out of it in the queue and walked up and was saving the pitch, this was so unfair as several outfits drove around trying to find a pitch!! Site was very busy. Plus signage clearly stated that while waiting please stay in your vehicle and also the staff on the barrier said there was no reserved pitches. We have witnessed this before over the years and feel it’s very selfish of others to do this, not quite sure what can be done about this though. Wardens doing an amazing job as always.

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campingbuddies7

Reviewed on 04/08/2020 09:36

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