Drone Rules for Carsington Water

Landowner Policy & Site Rules

• Drone operations—including launching, landing, or operating on the ground—are strictly prohibited across the Carsington Water site without formal authorization.
• The reservoir park, walkways, and visitor shorelines are private property owned and managed by Severn Trent Water.
• Operating a drone from the ground here without explicit prior written consent from the utility company constitutes trespassing on operational utility land.

Strategic Priority & Infrastructure

• Carsington Water is a critical utility asset and one of the largest water supply reservoirs managed by Severn Trent.
• The site features highly sensitive environmental zones, mixed woodlands, and extensive wildlife habitats that require strict protection from human disturbance.
• Ground regulations are actively enforced to protect physical utility assets and preserve the tranquil environment for visitors and wildlife alike.

Operational Security Protocols

• Regular land and perimeter checks are conducted across the visitor tracks, car parks, and paths by Severn Trent site staff and park wardens.
• Any unauthorized drone operators identified operating from the ground will be approached, instructed to safely land their aircraft immediately, and required to leave the property.
• Persistent non-compliance or hazardous flying near public visitor hubs, outdoor pursuit areas, or wildlife zones will be reported to local authorities.

Permissions & Exceptions

• Ground permissions are entirely unavailable for all recreational, amateur, and hobbyist drone flyers.
• Exceptions are strictly reserved for commercial utility surveys, essential structural inspections, or pre-approved professional media productions.
• Professional pilots requiring access must contact Severn Trent Water's filming office well in advance to complete a formal application, submit a detailed flight risk assessment, and provide proof of a valid CAA operational authorization alongside commercial public liability insurance.