RSPB Carsington Water (7). Nov 2017
RSPB Carsington Water (reservoir) is owned and managed by Severn Trent Water. The reservoir takes water from the River Derwent at Ambergate during winter months, pumping up to the reservoir by 10.5-kilometre long tunnels and aqueduct. It boasts a range of wildlife habitats from ancient hedgerows, species-rich wildflower meadows and native woodlands, to pond and scrapes, reedbeds and carefully-managed islands.
Since its construction, there have been over 215 bird species over 30 mammal species recorded.
Carsington Water is popular for kayaking, sailing, cycling, fishing and other various sports.
RSPB Carsington Water (7). Nov 2017
RSPB Carsington Water (reservoir) is owned and managed by Severn Trent Water. The reservoir takes water from the River Derwent at Ambergate during winter months, pumping up to the reservoir by 10.5-kilometre long tunnels and aqueduct. It boasts a range of wildlife habitats from ancient hedgerows, species-rich wildflower meadows and native woodlands, to pond and scrapes, reedbeds and carefully-managed islands.
Since its construction, there have been over 215 bird species over 30 mammal species recorded.
Carsington Water is popular for kayaking, sailing, cycling, fishing and other various sports.