Woodland glamping in Kielder Forest

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With 250 square miles of forest and the largest manmade lake in northern Europe, Kielder Water and Forest Park is a one-stop destination for wildlife watching, woodland walks, and water sports. Explore miles of trails on foot, by bike, or on horseback, including the 27-mile Lakeside Way. Visit attractions such as Kielder Castle and the Birds of Prey Centre, cruise around Kielder Water, or take to the water to canoe, fish, or stand-up paddleboard. Campers can stay by the riverside or in Kielder village, and an overnight stay comes with stargazing opportunities—this is also an International Dark Sky Reserve.

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Ewe Love Camping Pods

1. Ewe Love Camping Pods

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3 units · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
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from 
£90
 / night
Camping at Cardewlees

2. Camping at Cardewlees

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37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Pets
Electrical hookup
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£16
 / night
Doxford Farm Camping

3. Doxford Farm Camping

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7 units · Glamping · Northumberland, England
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
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£80
 / night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut

4. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

1 unit · Glamping · Lauder, Scotland
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
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from 
£150
 / night
Esk Yurt

5. Esk Yurt

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1 unit · Glamping · Peebles, Scottish Borders
Adult only yurt glamping in the Scottish Borders with exceptional views, hiking trails, and wild swimming
Showers
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from 
£130
 / night
Broom Fisheries Campsite

6. Broom Fisheries Campsite

4 units · Glamping · Dumfries, South Scotland
Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes
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Hot Tub
from 
£167
 / night
Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

7. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

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1 unit · Glamping · Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England
We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.
Showers
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£135
 / night
Woodland Chase Glamping

8. Woodland Chase Glamping

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2 units · Glamping · Felton, England
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£213
 / night

With 250 square miles of forest and the largest manmade lake in northern Europe, Kielder Water and Forest Park is a one-stop destination for wildlife watching, woodland walks, and water sports. Explore miles of trails on foot, by bike, or on horseback, including the 27-mile Lakeside Way. Visit attractions such as Kielder Castle and the Birds of Prey Centre, cruise around Kielder Water, or take to the water to canoe, fish, or stand-up paddleboard. Campers can stay by the riverside or in Kielder village, and an overnight stay comes with stargazing opportunities—this is also an International Dark Sky Reserve.

100% (77) 75 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kielder Forest

Ewe Love Camping Pods

1. Ewe Love Camping Pods

98%
(108)
3 units · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from 
£90
 / night
Camping at Cardewlees

2. Camping at Cardewlees

99%
(47)
37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£16
 / night
Doxford Farm Camping

3. Doxford Farm Camping

100%
(4)
7 units · Glamping · Northumberland, England
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£80
 / night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut

4. Dod Mill Fishing Hut

1 unit · Glamping · Lauder, Scotland
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£150
 / night
Esk Yurt

5. Esk Yurt

100%
(5)
1 unit · Glamping · Peebles, Scottish Borders
Adult only yurt glamping in the Scottish Borders with exceptional views, hiking trails, and wild swimming
Showers
Potable water
from 
£130
 / night
Broom Fisheries Campsite

6. Broom Fisheries Campsite

4 units · Glamping · Dumfries, South Scotland
Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£167
 / night
Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

7. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

100%
(1)
1 unit · Glamping · Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England
We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£135
 / night
Woodland Chase Glamping

8. Woodland Chase Glamping

100%
(1)
2 units · Glamping · Felton, England
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from 
£213
 / night

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Woodland glamping in Kielder Forest guide

When to go

Outdoor activities are fun year-round at Kielder Water, but campsites within the forest park are open from March through October only. Come in the spring and summer months for lake cruises and water sports, in autumn to admire the fall foliage, or during the festive season to visit the Kielder Winter Wonderland. Popular events throughout the year include the Kielder Marathon (October), a 24-hour mountain bike race (February), and a Night Run (March).

Know before you go

  • Kielder Water and Forest Park is in Northumberland, 30 miles northwest of Hexham. There is no public transport to the park. Parking is available at Hawkhope, Kielder Dam South Abutment, Tower Knowe, Kielder Waterside, Matthew’s Linn, Bakethin Nature Reserve, Kielder Castle, Skyspace lower car park, and Elf Kirk. A single parking ticket is valid all day at any of the car parks.
  • Facilities within the park include a gas station (card payment only) at Kielder village, two cafés, a restaurant, and restrooms. Download the free Kielder visitor map to your phone to help navigate. 
  • There are overnight parking spots for self-sufficient campers at Kielder Castle car park, Anglers Arms rear car park in Kielder village, Elf Kirk View Point, and Tower Knowe car park. Fees apply.
  • Midges are common in the park from March through September, so bring insect repellent. The weather can change quickly in northern England, so it’s a good idea to pack a raincoat even in summer. 
  • There are wheelchair-accessible facilities at Kielder Water and some accessible trails.

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