The Official Visitor Site for Kielder Water & Forest Park
Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre
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Type: Heritage / Visitor Centre
Overlooking Kielder Village, the castle was the former hunting lodge for the Duke of Northumberland. Now it is home to both Kielder Forest and Birds of Kielder exhibitions as well as local collections of artwork at the Duchess art gallery.
The Duke's Pantry restaurant serves light snacks and hearty warming meals while the castle shop is stocked with souvenirs. Children can enjoy hours of fun at the adventure playground and Minotaur Maze and the start of the scenic Forest Drive in also nearby.
The Castle is also the hub for mountain bike enthusiasts and is home to an exciting mountain bikes skills area, trials area and the start point for the single track mountain bike trails.
Walkers and cyclists can find a series of trails starting here and as well as the opportunity to join the Lakeside Way.
Facilities include parking, WC and nearby bike hire.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
Road Directions
From Newcastle or Carlisle, follow the A69 to Hexham then follow the B6320 to Bellingham (brown-signed Kielder Water & Forest) and take the C200 to Kielder Water & Forest Park.
From Jedburgh/Edinburgh take the A68 south to Otterburn, then the B6320 to Bellingham and follow the brown signs to Kielder Water & Forest Park along the C200.
Kielder Castle is situated within Kielder Village and sign-posted from the C200.
Please remember to fill up your tank before you begin your journey as there are no petrol stations in the immediate Kielder Water & Forest Park area.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Hexham Station.
Facilities
Provider Features
- Forest Location
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Cassette tapes and players.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - Disabled badge holders may park in the castle grounds
- Parking (charge) - £3 per car (2009)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe seating up to 50 people.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Contact Details
Kielder
Northumberland
NE48 1ER
Tel: +44 01434 250209
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre | Free |
| Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre | Free |
| Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre | Free |
| Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.