Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Parking

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5.89 km

Deadwater Fell summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Deadwater Fell stands above Kielder Forest at 571m. There are great views from the summit and a shelter to view them from and shelter from the wind.

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11.0 km

Kielder Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Kielder Castle is an 18th century hunting lodge built by the duke of Northumberland. Now it's the visitor centre for the activities at Kielder Forest. You can find out about …

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11.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.97 km

1.12 km

124 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.62 km

1.00 km

840 m

634 m

194 m

Elevation

Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

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Saturday 6 December

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77 %

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Deadwater Fell summit

Kielder Castle

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