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Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre
Contact Details
Kielder
Northumberland
NE48 1ER
Tel: +44 01434 250209
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- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
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Type: Heritage / Visitor Centre
Kielder Castle is the visitor centre for Kielder Forest. Features include forest shop, information centre, tearoom and exhibitions about forestry and conservation. Bike hire available.
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.
Opening Times
| 2010 - High Season (01/04/2010 - 01/11/2010) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 2010 - Low Season (01/11/2010 - 31/12/2010) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 11:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 16:00 |
| BankHoliday | 09:00 | 17:00 |
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
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