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Falstone

Kielder Dam – Kielder Water loop from Falstone

Moderate

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Kielder Dam – Kielder Water loop from Falstone

02:21

8.66km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

32 m

Public Toilet

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2

33 m

Falstone Tea Room

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Housed in the old village schoolhouse, Falstone Tearooms offers a warm and welcoming stopover for cyclists, walkers, and other travelers in the heart of Northumberland National Park. You'll find home-cooked …

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2.66 km

Kielder Dam

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At the Kielder Dam spillway, three striking stones—known as the Waterstones—commemorate the reservoir's official opening by Queen Elizabeth II in May 1982. This understated art installation offers views of the …

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2.75 km

Kielder Water

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Kielder Water is the centrepiece of Kielder Forest and is the largest human-made lake in Northern Europe. The full lakeside trail is 26 miles (41.8 km) long and is accessible …

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2.77 km

View from the dam

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6

3.89 km

Kielder Dam and Reservoir

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The dam at the eastern end of Kielder reservoir is a great spot for a stop and photo opp.
It's on many routes including the 26 mile multi user Lakeside …

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5.07 km

The Tower Knowe Visitor Centre, run by Kielder Water & Forest Park, is an information center and café on the banks of Kielder Water.
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6.49 km

Hawkhope Car Park

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Great car park to base yourself from for local adventures. £2 for short stay or just £5 for all day. We parked out campervan overnight at the car park at …

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8.66 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.32 km

3.15 km

157 m

Surfaces

3.75 km

2.40 km

1.70 km

438 m

347 m

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Tuesday 13 October

15°C

5°C

30 %

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