Kielder Forest, Forest park in Northumberland, England
Kielder Forest is England's largest human-planted woodland, stretching across a vast area with dense tree coverage. The site offers numerous walking and cycling routes, with a central visitor facility providing activity information and orientation.
Planting began in the 1920s when forestry authorities started establishing the woodland and employed workers from closed mines and shipyards during the 1930s. This work transformed the regional landscape into what it is today.
Art installations dot the forest and change how visitors experience the landscape. These works invite people to pause and see their surroundings in new ways.
The visitor centre is a good starting point to check routes and local conditions before heading out. Trails range in difficulty, so consider your ability level and wear appropriate footwear for changing terrain.
A significant portion of England's remaining red squirrel population makes its home in protected areas here. Additionally, ospreys have returned to nest and raise young in the forest over recent years.
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