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Bakethin Reservoir Lakeside Loop
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Bakethin Reservoir Lakeside Loop

Kielder, Northumberland ·

Quick answer

Dogs are welcome at Bakethin Reservoir near Kielder but must be kept on a lead at all times, as confirmed by Northumberland Wildlife Trust, which manages it as a nature reserve.

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Distance

3 miles

Easy

Difficulty

🐾

Off-lead

No

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Stiles

None

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Parking

Available

About this walk

This out-and-back follows the Lakeside Way from Kielder Castle along the shore to Bakethin Reservoir, a Northumberland Wildlife Trust nature reserve at the head of Kielder Water. Wide, well-surfaced paths make it easy underfoot, with a viaduct crossing and a bird hide en route. It's a quieter, wildlife-focused alternative to the busier main Kielder Water shoreline.

Terrain

LakesideWoodland/Forest

🅿️ Parking

Use the Kielder Castle car park (NE48 1ER) or the small Bakethin car park off the minor road toward Kielder village.

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