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About Kielder

Kielder lies deep in Northumberland's forested hills near the Scottish border, home to Europe's largest man-made forest and a major reservoir. Reaching it means committing to winding rural roads - about 80km from Newcastle via the A69 and A6079, or 24km from Newcastleton on the B6357. The area has roughly six EV charging points for those making the journey. The observatory here boasts England's darkest skies for stargazing.

Where is Kielder on the map?

Kielder is in England, at 55.234, -2.585 - about 31 km south of Abbotrule.

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The closest airport to Kielder is Newcastle International Airport, 85 km (about 1 h 27 min by car).

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