Mainsail at Carsington Water

Mainsail at Carsington Water Food is a huge part of the Carsington Water experience...

02/10/2026

WE ARE HIRING!

Trainee cook/chef.

Daytime hour (typically 8.30am to 4.30pm) 5 days a week, including a weekend day.

Although we appreciate previous experience, we believe a positive attitude and desire to learn is most important!

To apply, please call 01629 540363 or email [email protected]

Take a look at our insider offer for October, Soup, cheese scone and a hot drink, tea, Americano coffee or hot chocolate...
02/10/2026

Take a look at our insider offer for October,
Soup, cheese scone and a hot drink, tea, Americano coffee or hot chocolate for £8.95!

If you’re not already an insider, please scan the attached QR code to take advantage of this offer and other offers throughout the year!

Our 2 course autumn dining offer start Monday!Pick a main from our daily specials and a choice of hot or cold dessert fo...
05/09/2026

Our 2 course autumn dining offer start Monday!

Pick a main from our daily specials and a choice of hot or cold dessert for £18.95!

If you’re on our insider mailing list, or wish to join with the QR code below, you will then receive a half price hot or cold drink with our 2 course lunch (excludes alcohol)

Book online at visitcarsington.co.uk and please specify you would like the 2 course menu, or give us a call on 01629 540363.

It’s here!! Our autumn events guide, our Christmas menu and details of our Christmas events, all of which are now bookab...
31/08/2026

It’s here!!

Our autumn events guide, our Christmas menu and details of our Christmas events, all of which are now bookable!!

Book online at www.visitcarsington.co.uk/experiences Or give us a call on 01629 540363.

Family Funday onsite tomorrow! Inflatables, face painting, Matt and his Minibeasts, circus workshop, dog show and much m...
18/08/2026

Family Funday onsite tomorrow!

Inflatables, face painting, Matt and his Minibeasts, circus workshop, dog show and much more. Free entry, some free activities (small charge for others), usual parking charges apply.

Refreshments are available on the field at the treasure chest and bbq van, at our takeaway cafe, at the ice cream parlour and at the restaurant.

To book a table in the restaurant, call 01629 540363. Or book online at https://www.visitcarsington.co.uk/

Our children’s hot meals are still at a reduced price, due to the reduction in the VAT rate!

Family funday this Wednesday! Free to enter, standard car parking charges apply.Our restaurant and cafe are open from 10...
16/08/2026

Family funday this Wednesday! Free to enter, standard car parking charges apply.

Our restaurant and cafe are open from 10am, our ice cream parlour and treasure chest on the field are open from 11am.

🎪 Big Family Fun Day – This Wednesday! 🎉

Looking for a fantastic day out with the family? Join us this Wednesday 19th, from 10am to 4pm for Carsington's Big Family Fun Day!

✨ Enjoy:
🎪 Circus skills workshops
🦎 Matt's Minibeasts
🏰 Inflatables
🎲 Giant games
🍔 Refreshments
🐶 Freddie & Co mini dog show
💧 Severn Trent tankers and activities
🎉 And lots more family-friendly fun!

There's something for everyone, so bring the whole family along and make some wonderful memories together.

Free to enter - standard parking charges apply.

We can't wait to see you there! 🌟

Address

Carsington Visitors Centre
Ashbourne
DE61ST

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

01629540363

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