🌲 Kielder Forest
Coniferous forest plantation in Northumberland, England, covering 250 square kilometres.
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Northumberland, north-east England
- Area: 250 square kilometres (96 square miles)
- Established: 1926 by the Forestry Commission
- Primary species: Sitka spruce and other conifers
Kielder Forest is a coniferous forest plantation in Northumberland that covers approximately 250 square kilometres across the Pennines. Established in 1926 by the Forestry Commission and continuously expanded throughout the 20th century, it represents one of the largest human-made forests in England. As of 2026, Kielder Forest remains fully accessible to the public, with maintained trails, a visitor centre, and recreational facilities operating year-round. The forest serves both commercial ...