Drone Rules for Tittesworth Reservoir

Landowner Policy & Site Rules

• Drone operations—including launching, landing, or operating on the ground—are strictly prohibited across the Tittesworth Reservoir site without explicit prior authorization.
• The reservoir loops, woodland walking trails, visitor centre, and shoreline are private property owned and managed by Severn Trent Water.
• Operating an unmanned aircraft from the ground here without formal written consent from the utility company constitutes trespassing on operational utility land.

Strategic Priority & Infrastructure

• Situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Tittesworth Reservoir is a vital operational infrastructure asset supplying public drinking water to Staffordshire.
• The site features busy multi-use trails, large outdoor children's play areas, and sensitive bird-watching habitats. Ground regulations are actively maintained to prevent safety hazards for visitors, preserve the tranquil environment, and protect operational utility assets.

Operational Security Protocols

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