Kielder Castle Visitor Centre

Best for: mountain biking and forest activities.

Formerly the hunting lodge for the Duke of Northumberland, the castle is now home to a variety of exhibitons. It is also the hub for mountain biking.

Come here to:

• Test your mountain biking (mtb) skills or start a singletrack trail (pick up mtb trail maps here too).
• Hire, repair or purchase bicycles.
• Enjoy light snacks and hearty warming meals at the Duke's Pantry.
• Enjoy the Minotaur Maze and children's play area.
• Drive along the longest forest drive in the UK (toll road).
• Start a walk or bike ride along the Lakeside Way.
• Discover the lifecycle of the salmon at the Kielder Salmon Centre.
• Visit the red squirrel room and great viewing hide.
• Shop for souvenirs and locally made produce.
• See local collections of artwork at the Duchess Gallery.