The area is composed of high elevation blanket mire, wet heath and dry heath, dissected by a number of valleys with vegetation characteristic of better-drained soils including scrub filled cleughs. Of primary interest is the large undisturbed moorland, uncommon in England, which has a wide range of plant communities and supports a variety of upland birds. Main habitats: peatland Management: under the guidance of the Kielderhead Committee - Forestry Commission England and Scotland, Natural England, Scottish Natural Heritage and Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Features of interest Further information about the NNR, its wildlife and how to visit can be found on the the Forestry Commission’s page on Kielder. Contact Email:enquiries.northengland@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Telephone: 01434 220242
Forestry Commission
North England Forest District
Bellingham
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2HP