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Where can I eat locally?

Kielder Castle:
As of 2025, there are no eating establishments at Kielder Castle. Nearest refreshment outlets are Kielder Bike Hire. Kielder Bike Hire link. where they have a small selection of snacks, ice cream with hot and cold beverages. Kielder General Store Kielder General Store FB link where they offer the same with a larger selection of ambient and fresh produce. [Local opening hours apply, not late night or early opening]

The Kielder Tavern [Previously the Anglers Arms]
This is situated a few minutes walk through the campsite towards Kielder Castle. For current opening and meal timings it is best to phone either the landline or mobile number: 01434 439062 or 07748 848482
 

 Falstone Old School Tea Rooms/ The Blackcock Inn: if you choose to travel to the Kielder dam area, by bike, plan a visit to either of these two establishments. Follow the signposted route to Falstone.

Can I order a takeaway?

 Bellingham, 20 miles away, has a chinese takeaway and an Indian Takeaway. Perhaps a good idea to visit on the way if you are arriving late. We strongly advise doing an online check to confirm their opening hours. Before you ask, no they do NOT deliver.

Can I have a fire.

We no longer allow fires in the tent field. This includes firebowls and is non negotiable. Disposable BBQ's are only to be used on the stands that are around the pitches.

Do you hire or sell BBQ's or Firebowls?

No, Fire-bowls are not permitted. We do not sell or hire BBQ's. We have BBQ stands dotted around the site for communal use.

Can I bring a Barbecue?

Yes but disposable barbeques can be only be used on our BBQ stands. Customers are welcome to bring their own bbq stands that stand high enough off the ground so as not to damage our grassed areas. We will charge guests if damage occurs.

Always dispose of the used coals, hot or cold, in the metal bin next to our main refuse area.

 

Can I use a Cobb Cooker?

By all means.

Do you sell Calor or Camping Gaz?

Subject to availability we do carry limited stocks of gaz and Calor propane/butane. There is a one for one same size swap. Calor and Camping Gaz only. Bellingham garage sells Flogas bottles.

What shops are in the area?

We have a small General Store located at our village fuel station. You will receive an e-mail prior to arrival with their opening hours.  We have an onsite freezer and a small fridge you can use. We suggest freezing such items, allowing them to defrost slowly, or if you are here for a while put them in our freezer and defrost the day before. Please make sure your items are sealed or secure before placing them in our communal fridge or freezer. Bags and a method of labelling is provided to assist.

Kielder Waterside also has a small shop at reception with limited stock.

The nearest shops: Bellingham - 30 min drive. Newcastleton - 30 min drive. Both have small supermarkets and village butchers. Not 24 hours, please check village websites for details.

Bellingham links:

Co-op.   Bellingham Craft Butcher. Bellingham Hardware and Country Store.

Newcastleton links:

Directory of all outlets in Newcastleton.

Can I get an online shop delivered to the site?

Yes. Morrisons, Asda and Tesco will deliver. We take no responsibility for your orders. This is an arrangement between you and your retail provider. Ensure you bring supplies to feed your group/family if the delivery arrives late or there is an issue.

Where can I travel to eat out?

Find below our closest eateries currently available. Early booking essential, a few small establishments with a large catchment area. During peak times you will need to book early, by early we mean days in advance, not hours.

Scotland is just 3 miles away, see what they have to offer:

The Grapes Hotel - Newcastleton

And back into England:

The Blackcock Inn

The Pheasant Inn

The Boe Rigg