Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is Kielder Water and Forest Park wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Kielder Water and Forest Park is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Is Kielder Water and Forest Park baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.

Yes, Kielder Water and Forest Park is dog friendly Pets are allowed.

Do you require dogs to be on a lead at all times?

No, well behaved dogs can be off lead.

Are water stations available for dogs?

Yes, water stations are available for dogs.

Is there a fee for bringing a dog? If so, how much?

No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Are there any restrictions on food that can be brought in?

No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.

Are there picnic areas/designated spaces for eating your own food?

Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.

Is there a place to warm up food?

No, there is no place to warm up food.

How much does food and drink typically cost for a family of 4?

For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £20.

Are there high chairs available for kids?

No, high chairs are not available for kids.

Are there parking fees? If so, how much?

Yes, there are parking fees. Parking fees:Up to 1 hour: £2.00All Day: £5.00Forest Drive: £5.00Forest Drive & Parking All Day: £8.00Overnight campervan parking (Kielder Castle, Skyspace, Elfkirk and Blakehopeburnhaugh car parks): £12.00

How far is the parking from the attraction?

Parking is less than 5 minutes walking distance

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Kielder Water and Forest Park.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Kielder Water and Forest Park had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Kielder Water and Forest Park

Kielder, Northumberland

All Ages

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About Kielder Water and Forest Park

A visit to the Kielder Castle visitor centre will uncover many surprises. 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 Kielder Castle.

Get in touch with your wild side at England’s largest forest - Kielder Water and Forest Park! The whole family will have a fantastic day out here.

Things To Do

Love the idea of relaxing and adventurous walks? Kielder's Forest is not shy to walk with the sheer amount of space there is to explore! With miles of shoreline to wander along, whether it's long-distance walking you're looking for or an easy trail for kids - you'll find a unique walking experience here. And there are 250 square miles of the site altogether, with its 5 walking trails! Don't forget the brand-new Gruffalo trail! It's family-friendly and filled with lots of party fun!

There's many beautiful surroundings here, as well as an abundance of wildlife you can observe as you wander around. Many curious contemporary art sculptures are hidden amongst the trees, so make sure you bring your camera and take pictures as you go along.

Fancy cycling? You'll find a range of cycling trails, perfect for mountain biking - especially since it's one of England's largest mountain bike trail networks around! Did you know that they have one of England's largest mountain bike trail networks?

It's time you embark on your two-wheeled adventure! Located adjacent to Kielder Castle is the Kielder Cycle Centre which offers bikes for all ages and disciplines as well as up-to-date, electrically assisted cycles! We advise pre-booking rental bikes as demand is high at present.

Kielder is also home to lots of wildlife, including red squirrels, otters and ospreys. That’s another opportunity to inspire the budding photographers in the family! From April to August, live camera footage is shown daily from Northumberland's only breeding osprey population which is now the largest natural colony in the UK with an impressive 6 nests per season. Kielder Salmon Centre is also close to Kielder Castle and gives a real insight into the fantastic work the Environment Agency carry out in the area, including rearing salmon and also protecting pearl mussels.

The little ones are interested in the mystery of space? Discover the amazing night sky – perhaps from the comfort of your campervan, as Forestry England car parks can be used to stay overnight for just £10! You need to check out the Kielder Observatory programme and attend one of its stargazing events. Since Kielder Water and Forest Park has a Dark Sky status, it’s one of the best places to see stars.

With a range of activities to discover here at Kielder Forest and Water Park, it's no wonder why it's a firm family favourite!

- Biggest forest in the country

- The largest red squirrel population in England

- Stargazing events at the Kielder Observatory

Brand New Gruffalo Party Trail!

Embark on a brand new forest adventure with the Gruffalo Party Trail! He's celebrating a very special 25th birthday, which means it's party time! But he's missing the all-important party items! Can you help him find them all?

The trail will also include party-themed activities and fun games!

Dark Sky Discovery Site

Did you know that this forest is a Dark Sky Discovery Site?

That means you can see the glorious twinkling stars in the night sky with your own eyes! Without the glaring lights, it'll be like nothing you've ever seen before.

Minotaur Maze

Find your way to the glistening glass room within the walls of the Minotaur maze at Kielder Castle, a must for children and adults alike!

The maze, built from basalt stone and glass, opened in 2006 and was designed by artist Shona Kitchen and architect Nick Coombe.

Facilities

Toilets
Onsite Parking
Food Available
Dog Friendly

Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 08:00 - dusk

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-17) : Free

Gruffalo Activity Trail £4.00 per pack

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to Kielder Water and Forest Park by visiting our attraction tickets section.

Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time more than 5 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

Food & Drink Options

Food and drink available form the Street Diner at Kielder Castle

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
: Yes, there are parking fees.
Parking fees:
Up to 1 hour: £2.00
All Day: £5.00
Forest Drive: £5.00
Forest Drive & Parking All Day: £8.00
Overnight campervan parking (Kielder Castle, Skyspace, Elfkirk and Blakehopeburnhaugh car parks): £12.00
: Parking is less than 5 minutes walking distance
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.
: No, there are no breastfeeding rooms available.
: Yes, Kielder Water and Forest Park is dog friendly
Pets are allowed.
: No, well behaved dogs can be off lead.
: No, all dog types are allowed.
: Yes, water stations are available for dogs.
: No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food
: No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.
: Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.
: No, there is no place to warm up food.
: For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £20.
: No, high chairs are not available for kids.

Accessibility Information

: No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible.
: No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.
: No, special assistance is not available.
: Yes, Kielder Water and Forest Park is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, Kielder Water and Forest Park had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: No, there is no private hire at Kielder Water and Forest Park.

Contact Details

From the nearby villages of Bellingham and Newcastleton follow signs to Kielder Water and Forest Park which will take you onto the C200 - the road which runs adjacent to the southern shore of Kielder Water.

Get Directions

Kielder Forest
Kielder Castle
Kielder
Northumberland
NE48 1ER
England

Tel: 01434250209

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