Opening hours
Some car parks at Kielder Water and Forest Park are now open from dawn until dusk. Get more information.
How to find us
From the nearby villages of Bellingham and Newcastleton follow signs to Kielder Water and Forest Park which will take you onto the C200 - the road which runs adjacent to the southern shore of Kielder Water.
Access to the forest can be gained from a number of points along the C200, alternatively continue to Kielder Castle Forest Park Centre at the northern end of Kielder Water.
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Parking and prices
Please note that the Elf Kirk and Skyspace car parks are currently closed.
Parking Charges
Tickets valid for all car parks within the park including those operated by Northumbrian Water | |
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All day | £5.00 |
Campervans Overnight Parking (Kielder Castle only, not included in Forestry England Membership, charges still apply) | |
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After 5pm | £10.00 |
Additional information
There are no designated accessible parking spaces at this forest, have you seen our Easy Access trails page?
Facilities and access
Some car parks at Kielder Water and Forest Park are now open from dawn until dusk. Get more information.
Please note that the Elf Kirk and Skyspace car parks are currently closed.

For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:
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