Kielder’s New £250,000 MTB Trails… Are They Worth the Hype?

Kielder Forest just invested £250,000 into brand new MTB trails… but are they actually worth a visit? In this video, we head to England’s most remote trail centre to check out the new red Mile Down and black descents that opened this spring. Known for its huge reservoir, endless pine forests and 360 degree views, Kielder has always had potential — so does this new upgrade finally put it on the MTB map? We cover: 🌲 What the new Kielder black & red trails are really like to ride 🔥 Whether the £250k investment has improved the trail experience 📍 How the new trails compare to the classic Deadwater Red 🚵‍♀️ Flow, features & trail character for different rider levels 🌧️ How the trails hold up in typical British weather If you’re considering a trip to Kielder or just want a first look at the newest trail centre investment in the UK, this video gives a real-world rider’s perspective — just an honest review from a rider. Chapters: 00:00 Intro – What’s new at Kielder? 01:31 The climb & Options 04:36 New Red Mile Down Trail 06:55 Jump Line into Black NDH 08:19 Black Northern Downhill 11:58 Deadwater Red "Into The Valley" 14:14 Lower Red Route Start 17:13 Deadwater Red "Twist & Shout" 19:13 Final thoughts - Worth a Ride? Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoyed this vlog and want more MTB adventures, trail reviews, and riding tips around the UK and beyond. Links and discounts: 👉 Grab a British Cycling membership for gear discounts, insurance and other perks: http://membership.britishcycling.org.uk/ 👉 Ravemen bike lights 10% off (Code LAURA10): https://www.ravemen.com/discount/LAUR... Filmed on: DJI Osmo Action 4 Bikes: NS Efine Tyres: Michelin Wild Enduro MS Location: Kielder Forest, Northumberland Code: GPPYUOSFMRSSPU92 #KielderMTB #TrailCentre #MTBUK #MountainBiking #NorthumberlandMTB