Gateway parking for castle, forest & Dark Sky Park
A spacious gravel car park adjacent to Kielder Castle Visitor Centre offering around 120 spaces. Managed by Forestry England, it features an information kiosk, picnic benches, seasonal portable toilets and interpretation panels on the Dark Sky Park status and castle history. No electric vehicle charging or permanent lightingdaylight use only is recommended, although low-level path lights operate after dusk. Direct access to the Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre, Segedunum Viaduct trail and lakeside walks make it a key hub for visitors. A bus stop with hourly services to Hexham is located at the entrance.