READY, SET, SWIM!

KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARKNORTHUMBERLAND

Kielder Water & Forest Park is officially England’s best tourism experience (Visit England 2013) so what better excuse is there to pay us a visit.

There’s a whole host of activities you can do in your own time such as walking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as an exciting year round events programme.

This handy guide should help make the most of your time or plan an upcoming visit. For more information, go to www.visitkielder.com or if you’re onsite, pop into one of our three visitor centres – Tower Knowe, Leaplish Waterside Park or Kielder Castle.

Enjoy your greater outdoors

Calvert Trust Kielder opened their doors on 27 September 1984 and during the past 30 years has shown over 150,000 people that “it’s what you CAN do that counts”.

In 30 years the centre has grown from an adventure centre primarily for schools and groups, to a popular and award winning holiday centre available to everyone.

To celebrate this milestone, there will be a 30th Birthday Celebration Ball in October hosted by special guest, George Clarke who revealed his extraordinary Sky Den tree house on his TV series George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. See www.calvert-trust.org.uk/kielder for more information.

Even if you’re only visiting the Park for just a day, why not drop in to Calvert Trust Kielder and take part in one of their exciting outdoor adventure sessions.

There’s something for everyone: Sharp Shooters Days, Water Days, High Ropes Days and Climb Days.

See www.visitkielder.com/events.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALVERT TRUST

Last year, an area covering Kielder Water & Forest Park and Northumberland National Park achieved International Dark Sky Park Designation for the high quality of the starscape thanks to minimal light pollution.

At nearly 580sq miles, this is the largest Dark Sky Park in Europe and one of the largest in the world.

To make it easy for people to view our star attractions, Dark Sky Discovery Sites are being created throughout the International Dark Sky Park and the North Pennines AONB.

One of these sites is located in the small village of Stonehaugh, near Kielder, where a stargazing pavilion has recently been built. Find out more here www.kielderartandarchitecture.com.

We’re fortunate to have Kielder Observatory in the heart of the Dark Sky Park and as the nights draw in, check out www.kielderobservatory.org to book a family friendly astronomy event, public observing or aurora night.

‘Britain’s most beautiful marathon’ returns for the fifth year and brings with it a whole host of activities throughout the weekend for all the family.

The main marathon will take place on Sunday 5 October and follow an off-road route along the Lakeside Way, a trail that stretches right around the shoreline of Kielder Water.

Over the weekend there will also be children’s races, a10k race and a Run-Bike-Run relay race where individuals and teams can tackle the marathon distance by running 11km, cycling 26km and then running 5km.

For more information or to book a place on any of the events go to www.kieldermarathon.com

COME TO THE DARK SIDE

ACTIVE NORTHUMBERLAND KIELDER MARATHON WEEKEND

Dark Sky ParkKielder Observatory events for allthe family.

Birthday celebrationsCalvert Trustreaches a milestone.

Kielder MarathonBritain’s most beautiful marathon returns.

Fun days out, really wild wildlife and activities for the whole family.Continue inside…

@visitkielder

Kielder Water & Forest Park

Pin it

Autumn 2014www.visitkielder.com

HOW TO FIND USComing from Jedburgh/the north east of Scotland take the A68 heading south then the B6320 from Otterburn to Bellingham. Follow the brown signs to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Those travelling from the north west of Scotland should follow the A7. Leave the road at Canonbie to join the B6357 to Newcastleton and Kielder Water & Forest Park is signposted from there.

From Newcastle or Carlisle, follow the A69 to Hexham then follow the B6320 to Bellingham (brown-signed Kielder Water & Forest Park) and then the C200 to Kielder Water & Forest Park.

You can fill your car up at Kielder village NE48 1EG (unmanned station card payment only) 7am-7pm seven day service and at Bellingham NE48 2BS 8am-6pm Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays.

DEVELOPED BY KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK DEVELOPMENT TRUSTREGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:1139328MEMBERS: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER, FORESTRY COMMISSION, CALVERT TRUST KIELDER AND NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL.

BE OUR FRIEND…You can become part of England’s number one visitor experience with our exciting new Friends scheme here at Kielder Water & Forest Park.

Through the Friends scheme, your support will help conserve wildlife, develop arts activities, build educational opportunities as well as continuing to enhance the great leisure and recreation attractions available at the Park.

As a Friend, you will receive:• Friends membership card.• Exclusive Founder Friends lapel pin badge for our first 500 friends.• Quarterly e-newsletter, with details of the latest events, offers and promotions.• Friends only events and behind the scene talks and tours.• Free car parking on certain weekends during the year.• Discounted last minute offers on accommodation.• Plus many other incentives that will change and develop throughout the year.

For more information and to sign up, see www.visitkielder.com/friends.

CONTACTSFor more information about Kielder Water & Forest Park please contact:

Tel: 0845 155 0236Email: info@visitkielder.com To request a larger print version of the newsletter as a pdf please email: janine.scott@nwl.co.uk

www.visitkielder.com

In our autumn 2014 issue...

Kielder Water will be making a splash in September as swimmers arrive for the first dedicated open water swim.

The Kielder Open Water Swim takes place on Sunday 7 September and participants can choose from the classic mile, a 3.8km Iron distance swim or the ultimate test – a 10km swimming Marathon.

Peter Pattinson, Guest Services Manager (Operations) at Northumbrian Water, said: “We are very excited about the first open water swimming event. While our reservoir can be a great place to enjoy organised activities like this, it is very deep and cold and can be a dangerous place to swim.

“Under normal circumstances public swimming is never allowed. The Kielder Open Water Swim is a unique event organised by professionals and we are working in partnership with event directors to make sure that special safety measures are in place.”

See www.vitalevents.co.uk for more information.

READY, SET, SWIM!

KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARKNORTHUMBERLAND

Kielder Water & Forest Park is officially England’s best tourism experience (Visit England 2013) so what better excuse is there to pay us a visit.

There’s a whole host of activities you can do in your own time such as walking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as an exciting year round events programme.

This handy guide should help make the most of your time or plan an upcoming visit. For more information, go to www.visitkielder.com or if you’re onsite, pop into one of our three visitor centres – Tower Knowe, Leaplish Waterside Park or Kielder Castle.

Enjoy your greater outdoors

Calvert Trust Kielder opened their doors on 27 September 1984 and during the past 30 years has shown over 150,000 people that “it’s what you CAN do that counts”.

In 30 years the centre has grown from an adventure centre primarily for schools and groups, to a popular and award winning holiday centre available to everyone.

To celebrate this milestone, there will be a 30th Birthday Celebration Ball in October hosted by special guest, George Clarke who revealed his extraordinary Sky Den tree house on his TV series George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. See www.calvert-trust.org.uk/kielder for more information.

Even if you’re only visiting the Park for just a day, why not drop in to Calvert Trust Kielder and take part in one of their exciting outdoor adventure sessions.

There’s something for everyone: Sharp Shooters Days, Water Days, High Ropes Days and Climb Days.

See www.visitkielder.com/events.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALVERT TRUST

Last year, an area covering Kielder Water & Forest Park and Northumberland National Park achieved International Dark Sky Park Designation for the high quality of the starscape thanks to minimal light pollution.

At nearly 580sq miles, this is the largest Dark Sky Park in Europe and one of the largest in the world.

To make it easy for people to view our star attractions, Dark Sky Discovery Sites are being created throughout the International Dark Sky Park and the North Pennines AONB.

One of these sites is located in the small village of Stonehaugh, near Kielder, where a stargazing pavilion has recently been built. Find out more here www.kielderartandarchitecture.com.

We’re fortunate to have Kielder Observatory in the heart of the Dark Sky Park and as the nights draw in, check out www.kielderobservatory.org to book a family friendly astronomy event, public observing or aurora night.

‘Britain’s most beautiful marathon’ returns for the fifth year and brings with it a whole host of activities throughout the weekend for all the family.

The main marathon will take place on Sunday 5 October and follow an off-road route along the Lakeside Way, a trail that stretches right around the shoreline of Kielder Water.

Over the weekend there will also be children’s races, a10k race and a Run-Bike-Run relay race where individuals and teams can tackle the marathon distance by running 11km, cycling 26km and then running 5km.

For more information or to book a place on any of the events go to www.kieldermarathon.com

COME TO THE DARK SIDE

ACTIVE NORTHUMBERLAND KIELDER MARATHON WEEKEND

Dark Sky ParkKielder Observatory events for allthe family.

Birthday celebrationsCalvert Trustreaches a milestone.

Kielder MarathonBritain’s most beautiful marathon returns.

Fun days out, really wild wildlife and activities for the whole family.Continue inside…

@visitkielder

Kielder Water & Forest Park

Pin it

Autumn 2014www.visitkielder.com

HOW TO FIND USComing from Jedburgh/the north east of Scotland take the A68 heading south then the B6320 from Otterburn to Bellingham. Follow the brown signs to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Those travelling from the north west of Scotland should follow the A7. Leave the road at Canonbie to join the B6357 to Newcastleton and Kielder Water & Forest Park is signposted from there.

From Newcastle or Carlisle, follow the A69 to Hexham then follow the B6320 to Bellingham (brown-signed Kielder Water & Forest Park) and then the C200 to Kielder Water & Forest Park.

You can fill your car up at Kielder village NE48 1EG (unmanned station card payment only) 7am-7pm seven day service and at Bellingham NE48 2BS 8am-6pm Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays.

DEVELOPED BY KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK DEVELOPMENT TRUSTREGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:1139328MEMBERS: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER, FORESTRY COMMISSION, CALVERT TRUST KIELDER AND NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL.

BE OUR FRIEND…You can become part of England’s number one visitor experience with our exciting new Friends scheme here at Kielder Water & Forest Park.

Through the Friends scheme, your support will help conserve wildlife, develop arts activities, build educational opportunities as well as continuing to enhance the great leisure and recreation attractions available at the Park.

As a Friend, you will receive:• Friends membership card.• Exclusive Founder Friends lapel pin badge for our first 500 friends.• Quarterly e-newsletter, with details of the latest events, offers and promotions.• Friends only events and behind the scene talks and tours.• Free car parking on certain weekends during the year.• Discounted last minute offers on accommodation.• Plus many other incentives that will change and develop throughout the year.

For more information and to sign up, see www.visitkielder.com/friends.

CONTACTSFor more information about Kielder Water & Forest Park please contact:

Tel: 0845 155 0236Email: info@visitkielder.com To request a larger print version of the newsletter as a pdf please email: janine.scott@nwl.co.uk

www.visitkielder.com

In our autumn 2014 issue...

Kielder Water will be making a splash in September as swimmers arrive for the first dedicated open water swim.

The Kielder Open Water Swim takes place on Sunday 7 September and participants can choose from the classic mile, a 3.8km Iron distance swim or the ultimate test – a 10km swimming Marathon.

Peter Pattinson, Guest Services Manager (Operations) at Northumbrian Water, said: “We are very excited about the first open water swimming event. While our reservoir can be a great place to enjoy organised activities like this, it is very deep and cold and can be a dangerous place to swim.

“Under normal circumstances public swimming is never allowed. The Kielder Open Water Swim is a unique event organised by professionals and we are working in partnership with event directors to make sure that special safety measures are in place.”

See www.vitalevents.co.uk for more information.

READY, SET, SWIM!

KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARKNORTHUMBERLAND

Kielder Water & Forest Park is officially England’s best tourism experience (Visit England 2013) so what better excuse is there to pay us a visit.

There’s a whole host of activities you can do in your own time such as walking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as an exciting year round events programme.

This handy guide should help make the most of your time or plan an upcoming visit. For more information, go to www.visitkielder.com or if you’re onsite, pop into one of our three visitor centres – Tower Knowe, Leaplish Waterside Park or Kielder Castle.

Enjoy your greater outdoors

Calvert Trust Kielder opened their doors on 27 September 1984 and during the past 30 years has shown over 150,000 people that “it’s what you CAN do that counts”.

In 30 years the centre has grown from an adventure centre primarily for schools and groups, to a popular and award winning holiday centre available to everyone.

To celebrate this milestone, there will be a 30th Birthday Celebration Ball in October hosted by special guest, George Clarke who revealed his extraordinary Sky Den tree house on his TV series George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. See www.calvert-trust.org.uk/kielder for more information.

Even if you’re only visiting the Park for just a day, why not drop in to Calvert Trust Kielder and take part in one of their exciting outdoor adventure sessions.

There’s something for everyone: Sharp Shooters Days, Water Days, High Ropes Days and Climb Days.

See www.visitkielder.com/events.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALVERT TRUST

Last year, an area covering Kielder Water & Forest Park and Northumberland National Park achieved International Dark Sky Park Designation for the high quality of the starscape thanks to minimal light pollution.

At nearly 580sq miles, this is the largest Dark Sky Park in Europe and one of the largest in the world.

To make it easy for people to view our star attractions, Dark Sky Discovery Sites are being created throughout the International Dark Sky Park and the North Pennines AONB.

One of these sites is located in the small village of Stonehaugh, near Kielder, where a stargazing pavilion has recently been built. Find out more here www.kielderartandarchitecture.com.

We’re fortunate to have Kielder Observatory in the heart of the Dark Sky Park and as the nights draw in, check out www.kielderobservatory.org to book a family friendly astronomy event, public observing or aurora night.

‘Britain’s most beautiful marathon’ returns for the fifth year and brings with it a whole host of activities throughout the weekend for all the family.

The main marathon will take place on Sunday 5 October and follow an off-road route along the Lakeside Way, a trail that stretches right around the shoreline of Kielder Water.

Over the weekend there will also be children’s races, a10k race and a Run-Bike-Run relay race where individuals and teams can tackle the marathon distance by running 11km, cycling 26km and then running 5km.

For more information or to book a place on any of the events go to www.kieldermarathon.com

COME TO THE DARK SIDE

ACTIVE NORTHUMBERLAND KIELDER MARATHON WEEKEND

Dark Sky ParkKielder Observatory events for allthe family.

Birthday celebrationsCalvert Trustreaches a milestone.

Kielder MarathonBritain’s most beautiful marathon returns.

Fun days out, really wild wildlife and activities for the whole family.Continue inside…

@visitkielder

Kielder Water & Forest Park

Pin it

Autumn 2014www.visitkielder.com

HOW TO FIND USComing from Jedburgh/the north east of Scotland take the A68 heading south then the B6320 from Otterburn to Bellingham. Follow the brown signs to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Those travelling from the north west of Scotland should follow the A7. Leave the road at Canonbie to join the B6357 to Newcastleton and Kielder Water & Forest Park is signposted from there.

From Newcastle or Carlisle, follow the A69 to Hexham then follow the B6320 to Bellingham (brown-signed Kielder Water & Forest Park) and then the C200 to Kielder Water & Forest Park.

You can fill your car up at Kielder village NE48 1EG (unmanned station card payment only) 7am-7pm seven day service and at Bellingham NE48 2BS 8am-6pm Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays.

DEVELOPED BY KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK DEVELOPMENT TRUSTREGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:1139328MEMBERS: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER, FORESTRY COMMISSION, CALVERT TRUST KIELDER AND NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL.

BE OUR FRIEND…You can become part of England’s number one visitor experience with our exciting new Friends scheme here at Kielder Water & Forest Park.

Through the Friends scheme, your support will help conserve wildlife, develop arts activities, build educational opportunities as well as continuing to enhance the great leisure and recreation attractions available at the Park.

As a Friend, you will receive:• Friends membership card.• Exclusive Founder Friends lapel pin badge for our first 500 friends.• Quarterly e-newsletter, with details of the latest events, offers and promotions.• Friends only events and behind the scene talks and tours.• Free car parking on certain weekends during the year.• Discounted last minute offers on accommodation.• Plus many other incentives that will change and develop throughout the year.

For more information and to sign up, see www.visitkielder.com/friends.

CONTACTSFor more information about Kielder Water & Forest Park please contact:

Tel: 0845 155 0236Email: info@visitkielder.com To request a larger print version of the newsletter as a pdf please email: janine.scott@nwl.co.uk

www.visitkielder.com

In our autumn 2014 issue...

Kielder Water will be making a splash in September as swimmers arrive for the first dedicated open water swim.

The Kielder Open Water Swim takes place on Sunday 7 September and participants can choose from the classic mile, a 3.8km Iron distance swim or the ultimate test – a 10km swimming Marathon.

Peter Pattinson, Guest Services Manager (Operations) at Northumbrian Water, said: “We are very excited about the first open water swimming event. While our reservoir can be a great place to enjoy organised activities like this, it is very deep and cold and can be a dangerous place to swim.

“Under normal circumstances public swimming is never allowed. The Kielder Open Water Swim is a unique event organised by professionals and we are working in partnership with event directors to make sure that special safety measures are in place.”

See www.vitalevents.co.uk for more information.

READY, SET, SWIM!

KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARKNORTHUMBERLAND

Kielder Water & Forest Park is officially England’s best tourism experience (Visit England 2013) so what better excuse is there to pay us a visit.

There’s a whole host of activities you can do in your own time such as walking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as an exciting year round events programme.

This handy guide should help make the most of your time or plan an upcoming visit. For more information, go to www.visitkielder.com or if you’re onsite, pop into one of our three visitor centres – Tower Knowe, Leaplish Waterside Park or Kielder Castle.

Enjoy your greater outdoors

Calvert Trust Kielder opened their doors on 27 September 1984 and during the past 30 years has shown over 150,000 people that “it’s what you CAN do that counts”.

In 30 years the centre has grown from an adventure centre primarily for schools and groups, to a popular and award winning holiday centre available to everyone.

To celebrate this milestone, there will be a 30th Birthday Celebration Ball in October hosted by special guest, George Clarke who revealed his extraordinary Sky Den tree house on his TV series George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. See www.calvert-trust.org.uk/kielder for more information.

Even if you’re only visiting the Park for just a day, why not drop in to Calvert Trust Kielder and take part in one of their exciting outdoor adventure sessions.

There’s something for everyone: Sharp Shooters Days, Water Days, High Ropes Days and Climb Days.

See www.visitkielder.com/events.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALVERT TRUST

Last year, an area covering Kielder Water & Forest Park and Northumberland National Park achieved International Dark Sky Park Designation for the high quality of the starscape thanks to minimal light pollution.

At nearly 580sq miles, this is the largest Dark Sky Park in Europe and one of the largest in the world.

To make it easy for people to view our star attractions, Dark Sky Discovery Sites are being created throughout the International Dark Sky Park and the North Pennines AONB.

One of these sites is located in the small village of Stonehaugh, near Kielder, where a stargazing pavilion has recently been built. Find out more here www.kielderartandarchitecture.com.

We’re fortunate to have Kielder Observatory in the heart of the Dark Sky Park and as the nights draw in, check out www.kielderobservatory.org to book a family friendly astronomy event, public observing or aurora night.

‘Britain’s most beautiful marathon’ returns for the fifth year and brings with it a whole host of activities throughout the weekend for all the family.

The main marathon will take place on Sunday 5 October and follow an off-road route along the Lakeside Way, a trail that stretches right around the shoreline of Kielder Water.

Over the weekend there will also be children’s races, a10k race and a Run-Bike-Run relay race where individuals and teams can tackle the marathon distance by running 11km, cycling 26km and then running 5km.

For more information or to book a place on any of the events go to www.kieldermarathon.com

COME TO THE DARK SIDE

ACTIVE NORTHUMBERLAND KIELDER MARATHON WEEKEND

Dark Sky ParkKielder Observatory events for allthe family.

Birthday celebrationsCalvert Trustreaches a milestone.

Kielder MarathonBritain’s most beautiful marathon returns.

Fun days out, really wild wildlife and activities for the whole family.Continue inside…

@visitkielder

Kielder Water & Forest Park

Pin it

Autumn 2014www.visitkielder.com

HOW TO FIND USComing from Jedburgh/the north east of Scotland take the A68 heading south then the B6320 from Otterburn to Bellingham. Follow the brown signs to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Those travelling from the north west of Scotland should follow the A7. Leave the road at Canonbie to join the B6357 to Newcastleton and Kielder Water & Forest Park is signposted from there.

From Newcastle or Carlisle, follow the A69 to Hexham then follow the B6320 to Bellingham (brown-signed Kielder Water & Forest Park) and then the C200 to Kielder Water & Forest Park.

You can fill your car up at Kielder village NE48 1EG (unmanned station card payment only) 7am-7pm seven day service and at Bellingham NE48 2BS 8am-6pm Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturdays, Sundays and Bank holidays.

DEVELOPED BY KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK DEVELOPMENT TRUSTREGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:1139328MEMBERS: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER, FORESTRY COMMISSION, CALVERT TRUST KIELDER AND NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL.

BE OUR FRIEND…You can become part of England’s number one visitor experience with our exciting new Friends scheme here at Kielder Water & Forest Park.

Through the Friends scheme, your support will help conserve wildlife, develop arts activities, build educational opportunities as well as continuing to enhance the great leisure and recreation attractions available at the Park.

As a Friend, you will receive:• Friends membership card.• Exclusive Founder Friends lapel pin badge for our first 500 friends.• Quarterly e-newsletter, with details of the latest events, offers and promotions.• Friends only events and behind the scene talks and tours.• Free car parking on certain weekends during the year.• Discounted last minute offers on accommodation.• Plus many other incentives that will change and develop throughout the year.

For more information and to sign up, see www.visitkielder.com/friends.

CONTACTSFor more information about Kielder Water & Forest Park please contact:

Tel: 0845 155 0236Email: info@visitkielder.com To request a larger print version of the newsletter as a pdf please email: janine.scott@nwl.co.uk

www.visitkielder.com

In our autumn 2014 issue...

Kielder Water will be making a splash in September as swimmers arrive for the first dedicated open water swim.

The Kielder Open Water Swim takes place on Sunday 7 September and participants can choose from the classic mile, a 3.8km Iron distance swim or the ultimate test – a 10km swimming Marathon.

Peter Pattinson, Guest Services Manager (Operations) at Northumbrian Water, said: “We are very excited about the first open water swimming event. While our reservoir can be a great place to enjoy organised activities like this, it is very deep and cold and can be a dangerous place to swim.

“Under normal circumstances public swimming is never allowed. The Kielder Open Water Swim is a unique event organised by professionals and we are working in partnership with event directors to make sure that special safety measures are in place.”

See www.vitalevents.co.uk for more information.

SEPTEMBER

Every Saturday throughout SeptemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Every Sunday throughout SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Monday 1 SeptemberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 4pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour session.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Tuesday 2, 9 16 and 23 September and Thursday 4 and 18 SeptemberAMAZING COMETS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYComets, the most awesome sight in the skies...what are they and where do they come from? Join our team of astronomers learning all about these celestial wanderers and observe some through our amazing telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 5 and 6 SeptemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pmCost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 7 SeptemberKIELDER OPEN WATER SWIMAn incredible opportunity to swim and race on a grander scale in the largest man made lake inNorthern Europe. Three distances on offer - the Classic Mile swim, a 3.8k Iron Distance and the ultimate test… a 10k Swimming Marathon.Cost: £24 one mile classic, £30 3.8k iron distance, £69 10k marathon.Book via www.vitalevents.co.uk.

Thursdays 11 and 25 SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 7.45pm – 10.45pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 13 SeptemberKIELDER CHALLENGE WALKThe Kielder Challenge Walk has become one of the most popular challenge walks in Northumberland. The 25.3 mile route around Kielder Water is easy to navigate and great under foot, and what better location!Time: 8am – 6pm.Cost: £30 per person.Call: 01669 621 044 or book via www.shepherdswalks.co.uk.

Saturdays 13, 20 and 27 SeptemberLATE NIGHT ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYHave you ever wanted to take pictures of objects in space like the ones you see in magazines, newspapers and astronomy websites? Award winning images which regularly win incredible prizes are taken every day by British astro photographers, and their secrets can be revealed to you in our astro photography nights.Time: 11.30pm – 2.30am.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Friday 26 September and Saturday 27 SeptemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

OCTOBER

Every Saturday throughout OctoberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER 10KA 10k run around the challenging but spectacular Bull Crag Peninsula. Age 18+.Cost: £23 per person affiliated member, £25 per person unaffiliated.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER RUN BIKE RUNThe marathon route in three stages - first an 11k run, second a 26km cycle ride and finally 5km sprint. Share your experience with family or friends...or for the ultimate challenge hit the route alone.Cost: £80 per team, £60 individuals.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

2014

DON’T FORGETThe landscape and weather here can be different from home. Please wear the right footwear and clothing for the activity - if you’re not sure what to wear call us on0845 155 0236.

KEY TO SYMBOLSPlease look out for the followingsymbols to help you when choosing the most suitable event for yourself or your family.

Accessible

Families & all ages welcome

Dogs welcome

Bush craft events

Wildlife events

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER MARATHONBritain’s most beautiful marathon is back. The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectators. Age 18+.Cost: £35 per person affiliated member, £37 per person unaffiliated. Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com. (booking essential)

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER JUNIOR RUNWhile the adults are out tackling Britain’s Most Beautiful Marathon, our next generation of runners show us what they’re made of! The Kielder Junior Races, 3 age group categories for children aged 7-15 years.Cost: £8 for all age groups.Call: 01434 689 040 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October and Friday 17 OctoberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 26 October SHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Monday 27 OctoberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour sessionCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required)

Wednesday 29 OctoberHIGH ROPES DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTackle the hanging cargo net, sprint along the swinging logs, make it across the balancing beams. Be brave, take the leap of faith. Age 5+Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per circuit per person.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Wednesday 29 OctoberFAMILY BUSHCRAFTSBuild a shelter, light a fire then cook over it. Make something to take away – how about a string bracelet from nettles! Eat before you arrive and bring food to BBQ over your fire. Bring water-proof clothing and sturdy footwear.Time: 12.30pm – 5.30pm.Cost £10 per person, £30 family of fourCall: 01388 529 154 or email bruce@natureholiday.co.uk (booking essential).

Friday 31 OctoberSWING AND CLIMB DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERFly through the air on the brilliant King-swing or conquer our mighty Indoor Climbing Wall (Indoor Wall also comes with a session on the Velcro Olympics). Age 5+.Time: 10am - 12.30pm King Swing, 1pm - 3pm Indoor Climbing Wall.Cost: £10 per person per activityCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

NOVEMBER

Saturdays 1, 8, 15 and 22 NovemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturdays 1 and 15 NovemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 2 NovemberSHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Thursdays 13 and 27 NovemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 14 and 28 NovemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 23 November4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

SEPTEMBER

Every Saturday throughout SeptemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Every Sunday throughout SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Monday 1 SeptemberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 4pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour session.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Tuesday 2, 9 16 and 23 September and Thursday 4 and 18 SeptemberAMAZING COMETS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYComets, the most awesome sight in the skies...what are they and where do they come from? Join our team of astronomers learning all about these celestial wanderers and observe some through our amazing telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 5 and 6 SeptemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pmCost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 7 SeptemberKIELDER OPEN WATER SWIMAn incredible opportunity to swim and race on a grander scale in the largest man made lake inNorthern Europe. Three distances on offer - the Classic Mile swim, a 3.8k Iron Distance and the ultimate test… a 10k Swimming Marathon.Cost: £24 one mile classic, £30 3.8k iron distance, £69 10k marathon.Book via www.vitalevents.co.uk.

Thursdays 11 and 25 SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 7.45pm – 10.45pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 13 SeptemberKIELDER CHALLENGE WALKThe Kielder Challenge Walk has become one of the most popular challenge walks in Northumberland. The 25.3 mile route around Kielder Water is easy to navigate and great under foot, and what better location!Time: 8am – 6pm.Cost: £30 per person.Call: 01669 621 044 or book via www.shepherdswalks.co.uk.

Saturdays 13, 20 and 27 SeptemberLATE NIGHT ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYHave you ever wanted to take pictures of objects in space like the ones you see in magazines, newspapers and astronomy websites? Award winning images which regularly win incredible prizes are taken every day by British astro photographers, and their secrets can be revealed to you in our astro photography nights.Time: 11.30pm – 2.30am.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Friday 26 September and Saturday 27 SeptemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

OCTOBER

Every Saturday throughout OctoberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER 10KA 10k run around the challenging but spectacular Bull Crag Peninsula. Age 18+.Cost: £23 per person affiliated member, £25 per person unaffiliated.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER RUN BIKE RUNThe marathon route in three stages - first an 11k run, second a 26km cycle ride and finally 5km sprint. Share your experience with family or friends...or for the ultimate challenge hit the route alone.Cost: £80 per team, £60 individuals.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

2014

DON’T FORGETThe landscape and weather here can be different from home. Please wear the right footwear and clothing for the activity - if you’re not sure what to wear call us on0845 155 0236.

KEY TO SYMBOLSPlease look out for the followingsymbols to help you when choosing the most suitable event for yourself or your family.

Accessible

Families & all ages welcome

Dogs welcome

Bush craft events

Wildlife events

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER MARATHONBritain’s most beautiful marathon is back. The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectators. Age 18+.Cost: £35 per person affiliated member, £37 per person unaffiliated. Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com. (booking essential)

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER JUNIOR RUNWhile the adults are out tackling Britain’s Most Beautiful Marathon, our next generation of runners show us what they’re made of! The Kielder Junior Races, 3 age group categories for children aged 7-15 years.Cost: £8 for all age groups.Call: 01434 689 040 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October and Friday 17 OctoberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 26 October SHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Monday 27 OctoberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour sessionCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required)

Wednesday 29 OctoberHIGH ROPES DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTackle the hanging cargo net, sprint along the swinging logs, make it across the balancing beams. Be brave, take the leap of faith. Age 5+Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per circuit per person.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Wednesday 29 OctoberFAMILY BUSHCRAFTSBuild a shelter, light a fire then cook over it. Make something to take away – how about a string bracelet from nettles! Eat before you arrive and bring food to BBQ over your fire. Bring water-proof clothing and sturdy footwear.Time: 12.30pm – 5.30pm.Cost £10 per person, £30 family of fourCall: 01388 529 154 or email bruce@natureholiday.co.uk (booking essential).

Friday 31 OctoberSWING AND CLIMB DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERFly through the air on the brilliant King-swing or conquer our mighty Indoor Climbing Wall (Indoor Wall also comes with a session on the Velcro Olympics). Age 5+.Time: 10am - 12.30pm King Swing, 1pm - 3pm Indoor Climbing Wall.Cost: £10 per person per activityCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

NOVEMBER

Saturdays 1, 8, 15 and 22 NovemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturdays 1 and 15 NovemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 2 NovemberSHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Thursdays 13 and 27 NovemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 14 and 28 NovemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 23 November4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

SEPTEMBER

Every Saturday throughout SeptemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Every Sunday throughout SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Monday 1 SeptemberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 4pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour session.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Tuesday 2, 9 16 and 23 September and Thursday 4 and 18 SeptemberAMAZING COMETS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYComets, the most awesome sight in the skies...what are they and where do they come from? Join our team of astronomers learning all about these celestial wanderers and observe some through our amazing telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 5 and 6 SeptemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pmCost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 7 SeptemberKIELDER OPEN WATER SWIMAn incredible opportunity to swim and race on a grander scale in the largest man made lake inNorthern Europe. Three distances on offer - the Classic Mile swim, a 3.8k Iron Distance and the ultimate test… a 10k Swimming Marathon.Cost: £24 one mile classic, £30 3.8k iron distance, £69 10k marathon.Book via www.vitalevents.co.uk.

Thursdays 11 and 25 SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 7.45pm – 10.45pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 13 SeptemberKIELDER CHALLENGE WALKThe Kielder Challenge Walk has become one of the most popular challenge walks in Northumberland. The 25.3 mile route around Kielder Water is easy to navigate and great under foot, and what better location!Time: 8am – 6pm.Cost: £30 per person.Call: 01669 621 044 or book via www.shepherdswalks.co.uk.

Saturdays 13, 20 and 27 SeptemberLATE NIGHT ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYHave you ever wanted to take pictures of objects in space like the ones you see in magazines, newspapers and astronomy websites? Award winning images which regularly win incredible prizes are taken every day by British astro photographers, and their secrets can be revealed to you in our astro photography nights.Time: 11.30pm – 2.30am.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Friday 26 September and Saturday 27 SeptemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

OCTOBER

Every Saturday throughout OctoberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER 10KA 10k run around the challenging but spectacular Bull Crag Peninsula. Age 18+.Cost: £23 per person affiliated member, £25 per person unaffiliated.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER RUN BIKE RUNThe marathon route in three stages - first an 11k run, second a 26km cycle ride and finally 5km sprint. Share your experience with family or friends...or for the ultimate challenge hit the route alone.Cost: £80 per team, £60 individuals.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

2014

DON’T FORGETThe landscape and weather here can be different from home. Please wear the right footwear and clothing for the activity - if you’re not sure what to wear call us on0845 155 0236.

KEY TO SYMBOLSPlease look out for the followingsymbols to help you when choosing the most suitable event for yourself or your family.

Accessible

Families & all ages welcome

Dogs welcome

Bush craft events

Wildlife events

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER MARATHONBritain’s most beautiful marathon is back. The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectators. Age 18+.Cost: £35 per person affiliated member, £37 per person unaffiliated. Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com. (booking essential)

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER JUNIOR RUNWhile the adults are out tackling Britain’s Most Beautiful Marathon, our next generation of runners show us what they’re made of! The Kielder Junior Races, 3 age group categories for children aged 7-15 years.Cost: £8 for all age groups.Call: 01434 689 040 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October and Friday 17 OctoberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 26 October SHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Monday 27 OctoberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour sessionCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required)

Wednesday 29 OctoberHIGH ROPES DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTackle the hanging cargo net, sprint along the swinging logs, make it across the balancing beams. Be brave, take the leap of faith. Age 5+Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per circuit per person.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Wednesday 29 OctoberFAMILY BUSHCRAFTSBuild a shelter, light a fire then cook over it. Make something to take away – how about a string bracelet from nettles! Eat before you arrive and bring food to BBQ over your fire. Bring water-proof clothing and sturdy footwear.Time: 12.30pm – 5.30pm.Cost £10 per person, £30 family of fourCall: 01388 529 154 or email bruce@natureholiday.co.uk (booking essential).

Friday 31 OctoberSWING AND CLIMB DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERFly through the air on the brilliant King-swing or conquer our mighty Indoor Climbing Wall (Indoor Wall also comes with a session on the Velcro Olympics). Age 5+.Time: 10am - 12.30pm King Swing, 1pm - 3pm Indoor Climbing Wall.Cost: £10 per person per activityCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

NOVEMBER

Saturdays 1, 8, 15 and 22 NovemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturdays 1 and 15 NovemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 2 NovemberSHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Thursdays 13 and 27 NovemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 14 and 28 NovemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 23 November4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

SEPTEMBER

Every Saturday throughout SeptemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Every Sunday throughout SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Monday 1 SeptemberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 4pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour session.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Tuesday 2, 9 16 and 23 September and Thursday 4 and 18 SeptemberAMAZING COMETS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYComets, the most awesome sight in the skies...what are they and where do they come from? Join our team of astronomers learning all about these celestial wanderers and observe some through our amazing telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 5 and 6 SeptemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pmCost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 7 SeptemberKIELDER OPEN WATER SWIMAn incredible opportunity to swim and race on a grander scale in the largest man made lake inNorthern Europe. Three distances on offer - the Classic Mile swim, a 3.8k Iron Distance and the ultimate test… a 10k Swimming Marathon.Cost: £24 one mile classic, £30 3.8k iron distance, £69 10k marathon.Book via www.vitalevents.co.uk.

Thursdays 11 and 25 SeptemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 7.45pm – 10.45pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 13 SeptemberKIELDER CHALLENGE WALKThe Kielder Challenge Walk has become one of the most popular challenge walks in Northumberland. The 25.3 mile route around Kielder Water is easy to navigate and great under foot, and what better location!Time: 8am – 6pm.Cost: £30 per person.Call: 01669 621 044 or book via www.shepherdswalks.co.uk.

Saturdays 13, 20 and 27 SeptemberLATE NIGHT ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYHave you ever wanted to take pictures of objects in space like the ones you see in magazines, newspapers and astronomy websites? Award winning images which regularly win incredible prizes are taken every day by British astro photographers, and their secrets can be revealed to you in our astro photography nights.Time: 11.30pm – 2.30am.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Friday 26 September and Saturday 27 SeptemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

OCTOBER

Every Saturday throughout OctoberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER 10KA 10k run around the challenging but spectacular Bull Crag Peninsula. Age 18+.Cost: £23 per person affiliated member, £25 per person unaffiliated.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

Saturday 4 OctoberKIELDER RUN BIKE RUNThe marathon route in three stages - first an 11k run, second a 26km cycle ride and finally 5km sprint. Share your experience with family or friends...or for the ultimate challenge hit the route alone.Cost: £80 per team, £60 individuals.Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com (booking essential).

2014

DON’T FORGETThe landscape and weather here can be different from home. Please wear the right footwear and clothing for the activity - if you’re not sure what to wear call us on0845 155 0236.

KEY TO SYMBOLSPlease look out for the followingsymbols to help you when choosing the most suitable event for yourself or your family.

Accessible

Families & all ages welcome

Dogs welcome

Bush craft events

Wildlife events

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER MARATHONBritain’s most beautiful marathon is back. The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectators. Age 18+.Cost: £35 per person affiliated member, £37 per person unaffiliated. Call: 01434 689 040 or book via www.kieldermarathon.com. (booking essential)

Sunday 5 OctoberKIELDER JUNIOR RUNWhile the adults are out tackling Britain’s Most Beautiful Marathon, our next generation of runners show us what they’re made of! The Kielder Junior Races, 3 age group categories for children aged 7-15 years.Cost: £8 for all age groups.Call: 01434 689 040 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).

Saturday 11 October and Friday 17 OctoberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 26 October SHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Monday 27 OctoberWATER DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTry your hand at canoeing or kayaking on the beautiful Kielder Water. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm. Cost: £10 per person for half hour sessionCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required)

Wednesday 29 OctoberHIGH ROPES DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTackle the hanging cargo net, sprint along the swinging logs, make it across the balancing beams. Be brave, take the leap of faith. Age 5+Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per circuit per person.Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Wednesday 29 OctoberFAMILY BUSHCRAFTSBuild a shelter, light a fire then cook over it. Make something to take away – how about a string bracelet from nettles! Eat before you arrive and bring food to BBQ over your fire. Bring water-proof clothing and sturdy footwear.Time: 12.30pm – 5.30pm.Cost £10 per person, £30 family of fourCall: 01388 529 154 or email bruce@natureholiday.co.uk (booking essential).

Friday 31 OctoberSWING AND CLIMB DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERFly through the air on the brilliant King-swing or conquer our mighty Indoor Climbing Wall (Indoor Wall also comes with a session on the Velcro Olympics). Age 5+.Time: 10am - 12.30pm King Swing, 1pm - 3pm Indoor Climbing Wall.Cost: £10 per person per activityCall: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

NOVEMBER

Saturdays 1, 8, 15 and 22 NovemberFAMILY ASTRONOMY AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYA fun-packed family event including an interactive multimedia presentation, talks with astronomers and a tour of the Observatory. Ages 5+.Time: 5pm – 6.30pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13, family £45.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Saturdays 1 and 15 NovemberUNIVERSE FULL OF STARS AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYFrom the Big Bang to the cold, dark empty end of everything! Includes a tour of the facility and use of the powerful telescopes. Age 10+. Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 2 NovemberSHARP SHOOTERS DAY AT CALVERT TRUST KIELDERTest your aiming skill on our Laser Clay shooting and Archery ranges. Age 5+.Time: drop in between 10am and 3pm.Cost: £10 per activity per person (includes either 30 clays or 15 arrows).Call: 01434 250 232 (booking not required).

Thursdays 13 and 27 NovemberPUBLIC OBSERVING NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYLearn about Kielder’s incredible dark skies. Experts are on hand to guide you around the sky and to help you use instrumentation or bring your own telescopes. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Fridays 14 and 28 NovemberAURORA NIGHT AT KIELDER OBSERVATORYNorthern Lights! What are they, how do we see them? The science behind aurora is as fantastic as the myths and stories that have surrounded them for millennia. Age 10+.Time: 8pm – 11pm.Cost: Adults £15, concessions £13.Book via www.kielderobservatory.org.

Sunday 23 November4 X 4 SAFARIA family orientated event, follow guides trail blazing in the heart of the Park.Time: 10am – 4pm.Cost: £55 per vehicle.Call: 08445 889 965 (booking essential).