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Lewisburn


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About Lewisburn

One of the forests' most beautiful secluded valleys, with a waymarked walk which never deviates far from the Lewisburn itself. On this route you are never far from the Lewis which gently flows through this secluded valley. Enjoy a family picnic, then take the Lewisburn trail for a peaceful stroll. This is an ideal place for children to play, either paddling in the river or discovering the adventure of the surrounding woods.

How to get there:

Lewisburn is in Kielder which is part of Kielder. Kielder is the nearest town or village.

Signed of the C200 approx. 3 miles south of Kielder Castle.

OS Grid Reference: NY 636 896
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

What's on in Kielder

March

  • Nightwatch with Gary Fildes
    Friday 12 February 2010 to Saturday 13 February 2010
    Friday 12 March 2010 to Saturday 13 March 2010
    Friday 26 March 2010 to Saturday 27 March 2010
  • 4 x 4 Safari
    Saturday 27 March 2010
    Saturday 5 June 2010
    Saturday 31 July 2010
    Saturday 2 October 2010

April

  • Easter Egg Hunt
    Thursday 1 April 2010 to Sunday 18 April 2010
  • Deer Safari
    Saturday 10 April 2010
    Saturday 15 May 2010
    Wednesday 2 June 2010
    Sunday 5 December 2010
    Saturday 11 December 2010

May

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HIKERS AT LEWISBURN PICNIC SITE

Facilities:

Parking

Activities

PicnicView Point
Walking There is a very well way marked trail that will take you along the Burn and up to a viewpoint.
Lewisburn
Cycling Lewisburn is a great starting point for the Cross Border Cycle ride or for exploring the local area.
HorseRiding.gif There is a good Bridleway that takes you over Bloody Bush road that starts from the Picnic Site
Fishing Burn fishing permits can be obtained during the fishing season from Kielder Castle £3.00 per day adults and £1.50 per day concessions.
Wildlife Activities Early morning is a good time to see Deer in the forest.
Barbecue Some of the picnic benches have a barbecue rack fitted.

Contact:

Kielder Castle

01434 250209
e-mail: kieldercastle@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

Name: Pete Saunders
10/Apr/2009
What's happened to Skedaddle? All that seems to remain are a few charred blocks.

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What's of interest

There are two picnic sites with ample parking.There is also an old packhorse bridge that is within walking distance.