Area Attractions

Enjoy the wildlife, history and numerous activities around Kielder Water Explore Northumberland National Park and the Northumberland coast

The cottage is set in a wonderful location on the edge of Kielder Dam with outstanding views from the rear of the house. There are some wonderful local places to visit during your stay.

Around Kielder Water & Forest

(See also www.kielder.org & www.northumberland.gov.uk)

• In a setting of tranquil beauty, Kielder Water and Forest captures the mood of Northumberland - a place where you can escape the trials of everyday life and experience tranquility in a stunning environment. Kielder offers a wealth of choice of activities such as cycling, fishing, water skiing, sailing, walking or just simply relaxing.
• Wildlife - Kielder is home to a fabulous array of animals and plants, some very rare. The Red Squirrel and Otter are both residents in Kielder. Red Squirrels prefer particular types of conifer seed so this is taken into account during forest planning to ensure a steady food supply. Similarly, much has been done to help the Otter, including construction of artificial holts and restocking waterways with their favourite snack-eels! More information about the wildlife and conservation can be found at Kielder Castle and Tower Knowe Visitor Centre.
• Kielder Castle - where you will find the Kielder Forest and Birds of Kielder exhibi- tions, guided walks, forest drive, children's adventure playground, picnic sites, minotaur maze, bike hire, coffee shop and pub/restaurant.
• Leaplish Waterside Park - facilities include: indoor heated swimming pool, Kielder Water Ferry, Birds of Prey Centre, Miniature Golf, Walks and Cycling Routes, Play Area, Restaurant and Bar.
• The village of Otterburn, within Wild Redesdale, is home to Otterburn Mill, which houses a shop, exhibition centre, Tourist Information Centre and tea rooms.

Explore Northumberland

• Northumberland National Park - A nature reserve stretching from Hadrian's Wall to the Cheviot Hills with superb walking scenery, a variety of wildlife and many historic sites.
• Cheviot Hills - Kielder Cottage is within 12 miles of the Border of Scotland. The High Hills Country is the northern part of the National Park and is dominated by the Cheviot Hills. There are three main Cheviot Valleys of interest to the visitor: The Harthope Valley, The Breamish Valley and Coquetdale.
• Historic Castles - See the majestic Alnwick Castle and its famous Alnwick Garden plus Lindisfarne Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Chillingham Castle, Dunstanburgh Castle in Border Reivers country.
• Beautiful Coastline - Large unspoilt stretches of white sands in a region of strong Christian Heritage where you can visit Holy Island and the Farne Islands nature reseve.
• Hadrian's Wall - See Vindolanda, Housesteads and Chesters Roman sites.
• National Trust properties - See magnificent interiors and walled gardens at Wallington Hall and discover the industrial heritage of Cragside House.
• Day Trips - Durham City and Cathedral, Newcastle and Gateshead Metro Centre, Carlisle, Scottish Borders and Edinburgh

   

   

• Enjoy more photographs of Kielder & Northumberland by Graeme Peacock