Our Visitor Sites

Linacre Water

Explore the ancient woodlands and wildlife at the Linacre Reservoirs

Updates

We’re currently carrying out essential improvement works at Linacre Water to protect the reservoirs and the surrounding landscape for the future. You can still enjoy Linacre Water during the works, although there will be some changes around the site, including temporary footpath closures.

Work is already underway, with completion expected by spring 2027.

Explore full details and access information

How to find us

Woodnook Lane
Cutthorpe
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 7JN

The site

The site is open all year (except on Christmas Day)

Car parks

Open in daylight hours.

  • Car parks will be closed in extreme weather.
  • No overnight parking. 

Car park charges:

Parking machine payment: Cash only

Up to 2 hours £2
All day £3.50

Parking permits

You can buy an annual parking permit for £39, or a multisite parking permit for £69. 

Or call 0330 6780 701 for further information.

Some stretches of the paths are accessible by wheelchairs and pushchairs.

At Linacre you're welcome to walk your furry friend.

Due to the nature and wildlife on site you will need to keep your dog on a lead at all times.

Activities

General information

A little bit about Linacre

  • Historically the three reservoirs supplied water to the nearby town of Chesterfield.
  • However, they became non-operational in 1995 and today they’re managed for visitors and wildlife and provide a popular local amenity.
  • Nuthatches, flycatchers and woodpeckers can be seen and heard as they flit among the canopy. Kingfishers and mandarin ducks can be spotted around the waters edge.