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Foremark Reservoir is the perfect place for a family day out
Foremark Reservoir
Address
Milton, Derbyshire, DE65 6EG
Contact
staunton.foremark@severntrent.co.uk 01332 865081
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 all day which is pay on entry, so you will need to have the correct change with you. An annual car parking permit can be purchased for £35 plus a £5 deposit for a swipe card.This annual pass can be used at Staunton Harold and Foremark.
Accessibility
Some of the paths around the car parks and play area are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Dog walking
At this site you're welcome to walk your furry friend.
Activities
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.
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.
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.
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.
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