The NNR is formed of 2 deep peat mires known as Grain Heads Moss and Coom Rigg Moss. The mires are part of a collection of more than 50 recognised peat bodies known as the Border Mires which are mostly located within the boundaries of Kielder Forest. In addition to NNR status, Grain Heads Moss and Coom Rigg Moss are Ramsar sites and Special Areas of Conservation. Main habitats: deep peat mires Management: under the guidance of the Border Mires Committee - Forestry Commission, Natural England, Northumberland National Park Authority, RAF Spadeadam and Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Newcastle University have also had significant management involvement. Features of interest Further information about the NNR, its wildlife and how to visit can be found on the Kielder page on the Forestry Commission website. Contact Email: enquiries.northengland@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Telephone: 01434 220242
Forestry Commission
North England Forest District
Bellingham
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2HP