"England's darkest skies, Europe's largest artificial lake, and red squirrel spotting"
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Kielder in Northumberland is one of England's best-kept secrets — a vast, ancient forest wrapped around Europe's largest man-made lake, and designated one of the world's best Dark Sky Parks. On clear nights the Milky Way is visible with the naked eye. By day, Kielder is a haven for red squirrels (now rare across most of England), ospreys, otters, and roe deer. The forest hides extraordinary public art installations, sculpture trails, and an observatory open to the public for stargazing.
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Tourist attractions and points of interest near Kielder Water & Forest — Dark Sky Park
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Best Time
September–March for dark skies; May–August for osprey and wildlife
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North East
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