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Foremark Reservoir

Foremark Reservoir is a 230 acre nature reserve ideal for walking, fishing and sailing.

Address

Milton, Derbyshire, DE65 6EG

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Contact

staunton.foremark@severntrent.co.uk 01332 865081

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Opening times

The site is open every day (except Christmas day) from dawn until 8pm. Last admission to the site is 5pm.

Car parking

Car parking is £3 for up to 2 hours, and £5 for all day parking. You will need to have the correct change to pay at the machines in the car park. You can buy an annual car parking permit for £37, or a multisite parking permit for £60. The annual pass can be used at Staunton Harold and Foremark. You can also request a call back for new or renewal parking permit applications.

Parking Permit call back

Accessibility

Some of the paths around the car parks and play area are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. You can view our accessibility guide using the link below.

View accessibility guide

Dog walking

At this site you're welcome to walk your furry canine friend, but please make sure you keep them on a lead.

Our team have also created a sensory guide for visitors with cognitive disabilities.

Activities

There are lots of activities you can take part in at Foremark, including walking. You can download a map of the routes and trails around the site to help plan your visit.

Walking

Although there are no set walking routes around the reservoir, there are a variety of trails along the reservoir and through woodland areas which lead you to Carver's Rocks. The longer trails will take you to nearby Staunton Harold Reservoir.

FIND THE ROUTE FOR YOU [PDF]

Watersports

Foremark is home to Burton Sailing Club which offers a range of activities suitable for both beginners and those that are more experienced. Windsurfing, offshore sailing and training are just some of the options available at this family fun club. All launching of watercraft must be booked through our providers, strictly no unauthorised launching.

BURTON SAILING CLUB

Fishing

Foremark is a 230 acre reservoir set in the beautiful Derbyshire Countryside. The site offers bank fishing and a limited number of boats are available for guests. Fly fishing and spinning permitted with a chance of a 15lb+ trout or 35lb+ pike.

Fishery information

Facilities

Toilets

Foremark Reservoir has toilets located in the main car park, which include baby changing and disabled facilities.

Outdoor fun

If you have little ones with you during your visit to Foremark, the outdoor play area will be an essential stop off - you can even enjoy your picnic close by.

Catering

Here at Foremark there is a kiosk serving snacks, drinks and both hot and cold food. Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holiday Mondays and on weekdays during the school holidays. There is also plenty of space for you to bring your own picnic. Please note this is a BBQ free site therefore open fires or BBQ's of any kind are not allowed.

Come visit us

We have some stunning countryside and nature to explore. There is something for everyone at one of our reservoirs.

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Protecting water

We think water in its natural form is truly amazing and that's why we're so dedicated to protecting it and play a leading role in making our regions rivers healthier.

Protecting water

Events

Throughout the year we offer a great selection of events at our reservoirs. If you are looking for a day with a difference, then why not see what we have to offer?

See our events

A little about Foremark Reservoir

Foremark is nearby to Staunton Harold Reservoir and National Trust's Calke Abbey

Why was the reservoir created here?

The reservoir was built in the early 1970’s to support Leicester’s water demand.

What is the reservoirs role in the water supply network?

Foremark is a vital link in the water supply network for the East Midlands. From the bottom of the draw-off tower, the raw water, as it is called before cleaning, is pumped to Staunton Harold Reservoir four miles away for conversion into drinking water at Melbourne Treatment Works.

Wildlife at Foremark

Foremark's environment supports a rich diversity of wildlife with over 200 species of birds, 27 species of butterflies and 300 species of moths recorded on site.