Forests in Northumberland

Wild woodland views

Wander along woodland walkways, weave your way through the trees by bike, and discover hidden wildlife rustling on the forest floor and soaring over the treetops. Everything from nature hides to horse rides can be enjoyed in Northumberland's forests.

Explore Northumberland's Woodlands

Northumberland is renowned for its scenic spots and breathtaking walking and cycling routes. Whether it is a short walk to blow away the cobwebs after your sunday lunch or a longer stretch of the legs as part of a weekend break in the region. Northumberland has so many cycling and walking and hiking routes to choose from. Many of the routes are through some of the most magical and wild woodlands, teaming with Northumberlands wildlife.

Discover some of our favourite woodland spots for your next day out.

Don’t forget to check the Forestry England website for up to date information on routes available to walk, including seasonal updates about weather forecasts and conditions impacting the safety of woodland walking routes.

Discover Woodland Walks

Hepburn Wood

Holystone Wood

Kielder Castle Visitor Centre

Kielder Water and Forest Park

Plessey Woods Country Park

Simonside

Warksburn

Wooler Common

Kielder Border Forest

Kielder Border Forest oozes adventure. Thrillingly remote, yet easily accessible, it homes the picturesque Kielder reservoir whose banks hold nature hides and walking and cycling routes. It is the perfect place to experience nature, water sports, stargazing and a number of other adventures.

Thrunton Wood

Some forest access routes in the Rothbury area are currently closed due to the damage caused by Storm Arwen - See latest information & plan your visit

Thrunton Wood homes hidden trails with spectacular viewpoints over The Cheviot Hills. Get lost on enchanted, woodland walkways, explore winding cycle routes and admire wild scenery and lichen-clad trees as you go. Footpaths, fables and the wildlife-filled forest floor are waiting to be discovered.

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