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In 1926, Britain sent unemployed ex-servicemen to plant a timber reserve; Kielder became England’s largest forest

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Kielder Forest, initially established as a timber reserve after World War I, saw thousands of veterans plant millions of conifer saplings by hand. Gradually, it transformed into a diverse landscape focused on conservation, now home to red squirrels and reintroduced ospreys, while also welcoming visitors for recreational activities and stargazing events.
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