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Visit Kielder, home to England’s largest forest and the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe. A great escape for everyone who loves exploring nature and enjoying outdoor activities.
Get lost in the Minotaur Maze, discover the fascinating night sky or walk along the unique Lakeside Way, a 26 mile multi-use path around the lake which can be accessed from the visitor centre at Kielder Castle. Kielder Forest is also home to one of England's largest mountain bike trail networks.
Many people visit the park for this open-air art experience, located at sites around the lake, in the forest, and within Northumberland National Park.
Famed for having the darkest night skies in England thanks to minimal light pollution, Kielder Water & Forest Park is a star gazers’ heaven and is home to the Kielder Observatory alongside Northumberland National Park who have gained Dark Sky Park Status.
Kielder Water and Forest Park encompasses over 230 square miles of some of the most spectacular scenery in the United Kingdom. Home to a variety of outdoor pursuit camps and activity centres, the Forest is home to the Kielder Observatory, in Europe’s second largest dark sky protected reserve.
Kielder Forest is a vast woodland located in Northumberland, England. It is the largest man-made forest in the country, covering an area of 250 square miles. The forest was created in the 1920s to provide a sustainable source of timber for the country's growing demand.
Home to England’s largest forest and man-made lake, Kielder is an absolute haven for walkers, cyclists, and water sport enthusiasts. With a ton of wildlife to discover including the mighty Osprey, forest drives, art installations and on-site lodges, cottages and camping it is truly a must-visit destination here in Northumberland.
Kielder Forest. Kielder Forest offers endless opportunities for adventure. Explore the Minotaur Maze, stargaze or walk the 26-mile Lakeside Way. It’s also home to mountain biking trails, wildlife and live osprey cams. Plus, it’s the UK’s biggest red squirrel reserve. MORE INFO
Kielder Forest is a large forestry plantation in Northumberland, England, surrounding Kielder village and the Kielder Water reservoir. It is the largest man-made woodland in England with three-quarters of its 250 square miles (650 km 2) covered by forest. [1]
Visitors to Kielder Forest can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, wildlife spotting, fishing, camping, and stargazing in one of the darkest areas of the UK.