
Red Squirrels in Kielder: Best Places to See Them and When in 2026
With 50% of England’s population, you’re more likely to see red squirrels in Kielder than anywhere else. Here’s where to see them and when.
Without a doubt, the best way to understand what Calvert Kielder is really like is to hear it from the people who’ve been here.
Our news and blog area is where we share stories, tips and memorable moments from our guests and team. The man who abseiled for the first time at 67, the family who came for a week and booked again before they’d even left, the things to do and see and try that our team swear by. Alongside that, you’ll find guides to help you plan your visit, updates from the site, and the kind of practical inspiration that turns a vague idea into a firm plan.

With 50% of England’s population, you’re more likely to see red squirrels in Kielder than anywhere else. Here’s where to see them and when.

We asked one of our regular guests to share what their stays mean to them. What she wrote stopped us in our tracks.

From the Duke’s Trail to Bull Crag Peninsula, there are endless options for walking in Kielder. Here’s our how-to guide to get you started.

We caught up with Stephen Potts – Pottsy – from our Respite Care team to hear what a day on the team is really like.

Kielder sits within Europe’s largest Gold Tier dark sky area. Here’s how to make the most of England’s darkest skies.

After her dad’s diagnosis, Becky and her family came to Calvert Kielder to make memories together — and now they’re fundraising to help other families do the same.