Activities at Kielder Forest

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Activities at Kielder Forest

Mountain biker riding over timber flyover at Kielder
Cycling and mountain biking trails at Kielder Forest
Wallace & Gromit walking with leaves around
Forest Walkies with Wallace & Gromit at Kielder Forest
A digital illustration of the Gruffalo standing in the forest with bunting strung above him.
Gruffalo Party trail at Kielder Forest
Campervans parked up in a car park
Overnight motorhome stays at Kielder Forest
A walker walking through the forest in the autumn. The walker is looking up at the trees around them.
Walking trails at Kielder Forest
Janus Chairs by Ryder Architecture 2009 photo by Hazel Stone
Art and Architecture at Kielder Forest
Couple on a picnic bench in a campsite
Camping at Kielder Forest
Family walking on a woodland trail
Dukes trail at Kielder Forest
Boy fishing
Fishing at Kielder Forest
Osprey catching fish
Forest Find | Kielder Forest
Family walking Forest of Dean generic
Geocaching at Kielder Forest
Giant Gruffalo Sculpture in the Forest
Gruffalo Sculptures at Kielder Forest
Three horse riders in high vis in the forest
Horse riding at Kielder Forest
Kielder Water and Forest Park
Kielder Forest Drive
Kielder Observatory at night surrounded by stars
Kielder Observatory
Kielder Forest and Water Park view through trees
Lakeside way at Kielder Forest
Minotaur Maze Kielder Castle
Minotaur Maze at Kielder Forest
A individual sitting on a picnic table within bluebells
Picnics and barbecues at Kielder Forest

Nearby forests

small un-surfaced trail winding through dark autumnal trees to lake in the distance

With two nearby walking trails and a picnic area, Sidwood is at the heart of this delightful part of Kielder Forest, just two miles from the village of Greenhaugh.

Formerly part...

Raised walking path next to stream in the forest

At the northern end of Kielder Forest Drive, Blakehopeburnhaugh is the starting point for the Hindhope Linn walking trail. The trail leads you to the spectacular waterfall in an...

Picnic table at sunrise

More than just a picture perfect spot for your next picnic, Warksburn is overlooked by the famous Totem Poles of Stonehaugh village, adding some fascinating depth to the view from...

Conifer shadow forest

Located to the east of Kielder Forest, Fourlaws is a popular site in the heart of the Ridsdale community.

The forest offers visitors great walking opportunities and some unique...

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