FAQs

Perfect for large groups, family reunions, and gatherings of friends who love walking, cycling, and exploring Derbyshire — all while enjoying the tranquillity and beauty of a waterside location.

Kayleigh, Henry, and their five children are your hosts at Upperfield Farm. While they don’t live onsite, they’re a stone’s throw away in the neighbouring village of Kirk Ireton. However, Henry grew up at Upperfield Farm and has lots of local knowledge to share with you.

Yes, and what’s more, there are 1, 3, and 7.5-mile trails on your doorstep to stretch those doggy legs. We ask that you let us know in advance, and we charge £20 to cover the additional cleaning our four-legged friends incur. This fee doesn’t apply to assistance animals.

Yes. Most of our guests tend to be families with children of all ages, and because there’s no through road, it’s a safe space to play. And what’s more, the Carsington Reservoir Visitor Centre, which our accommodation looks over, has a fantastic play area. Severn Trent, the water company that owns the reservoir, often organises nature trails designed for children. Cots and highchairs are available inside our properties, too.

The Farmhouse and Waterside Croft can cater for guests with limited mobility. Please get in touch with us before you book so we can understand your requirements.

Guests must stay a minimum of two nights.

Please read our Terms & Conditions Here

Our properties are only available for short and long weekend breaks except for Christmas and New Year, where we can offer up to five nights.

Upperfield Farmhouse and Waterside Croft
For a three-night break, check-in time is from 16.00 and check-out time is 10.30.

For a two-night break, check-in time is from 16.00 and check-out time is 16.30.

We provide bed linen, tea towels, oven gloves, and bathmats. Please bring your own hand and bath towels.

Yes, they’re stored in the outbuildings—just ask. From October to April, the first basket of logs is provided complimentary, along with kindling and firelighters.

Yes, very easily. There’s one road in and out of our land, and it’s only used by those occupying our accommodation, so there’s no through traffic.

No, sorry. The nearest EV charging station is at Market Place Car Park, DE4 4ET. Only a short drive away.

Let us know in advance if you’re bringing bikes, and we’ll arrange for them to be safely stored in one of our outbuildings.

The Farmhouse: Enclosed patio

Waterside Croft: No

Yes, but please bring your own charcoal.

No, sorry. There are farms close by, and fireworks scare the animals.

There’s a village shop on Main Street in Kirk Ireton (DE6 3JP), which is a 20-minute walk or a short drive away.

In Wirksworth, there’s a Co-op (DE4 4FG) and Ken’s Mini-Market (DE4 4DR) around three miles away.

In less than 30 minutes, you can drive to the popular tourist towns of Matlock and Bakewell. A shorter drive, and you’re in Ashbourne or Belper – great places to browse around the shops.

The Barley Mow pub on Main Street in Kirk Ireton (DE6 3JP) is a 20-minute walk or a short drive away.

The Miners Arms and the Red Lion in Hognaston are walkable via the circular route and serve good food.

We have a resident who rents one of our properties onsite.

Walk and cycle trails, water sports, events and exhibitions, a play area, food outlets, shops, and more! Please check out the website.

Yes, you’re welcome to rent both properties. Please get in touch so we can discuss your requirements.

No, launching directly from the property isn’t permitted. You’ll need to go to the Watersports Centre at Carsington Reservoir, where launching facilities and guidance are available.

01629 540478 / enquiries@carsingtonwater.com (pre-booking is recommended).

We provide sponges, washing-up liquid, bin bags, dishwasher tablets, and a small amount of toilet roll.

No, sorry.

We can supply you with up to two cots and two highchairs per property.

Yes, all major supermarkets will deliver to Upperfield Farm. Please make sure time slots are booked from the time you arrive. Otherwise, there’ll be nobody on site to take your order.

Yes, we’d be delighted to offer you a list of external caterers. Please ask.