Frequently asked questions

Registration opens at 0900 and closes at 11 - so in theory any time in between but please arrive no later than 10.45 to register for the walk itself.

Lots going on from 0900 though - starting off with coffee and cake on sale and our new Waggie Tails Fun Dog Show, Best puppy class starts at 0930!  We'll also have a tombola and a Super Prize Draw, the Hexham Uketeers will be playing, the dogs from Northumbria Police Dog Section will be meeting and greeting and our elderly friends will be settling in for a great day out!

The check in desks open at 0900, they will be signposted from the car parks and Marshalls will also be on hand to direct you.

Please don't forget to bring your Walk Number provided in your registration email.

Kielder Waterside, Kielder Water & Forest Park, Hexham, NE48 1BT, Northumberland. When you arrive, you'll be directed to the car parking areas provided for Wag & Company.

You can find directions here.

The forecast is looking really good, almost no chance of rain, a bit chilly, 13 degrees, some sun with a bit of cloud in the afternoon!  Great news!

Yes, here's the route map.

Both walks start at the Landal Kielder Waterside, the 3km returns at Freya's Cabin and the 10km continues on round.  It's such a beautiful place!

You will find that the terrain probably requires either a 4 wheel drive facility and/or some assistance in the early part of the walk.  Let us know what you need in advance and we'll help as needed.

Not easily.  O2 users will have signal in most places but if you need to make a call or receive a message, just talk to one of the Walk team on the day who will help you.

Yes of course! Our new Waggy Tails Fun Dog Show - can't wait - starts at 0930 with Best Puppy! Handsomest boy at 0945, Prettiest girl at 1000, Waggiest tail, 1015 and Best child handler at 1030!  £3 per entry!  Enter as many classes as you like! Don't forget to bring cash!

Our Veterinary Advisor, Prof. Tim Nuttall will judge assisted by one of our temperament assessors, Charlotte Husband!

Not necessarily, but you will need good footwear for terrain that can be uneven in parts.

Your all important Walker number, of course! But also its worth checking out the weather forecast the day before and making sure you're dressed for it.  We've been lucky every time, wonderful sunshine at Kielder and very few midges but this is Northumberland and things change!

Personally, we would recommend sunscreen, midge repellant and a light waterproof plus if you're bringing a dog, your other doggie accoutrement including poo bags of course!

You will also need to either bring a reusable water bottle or buy a Walking for Wag bottle on the day or from our online shop in advance.

We can't accept responsibility for any personal effects on the day and there are no secure lockers or anything.

So please only bring with you items you're happy to leave in your car or take with you on the walk.

Yes, the team from AED Medical will provide First Aid on the day.

In the event of a serious incident, Northumbrian Water staff will assume responsibility and will contact the emergency services.

No.  There are toilets at the Kielder Waterside, in the Visitor Centre and in The Boat but there are no toilets on the route.

There are water bowsers to refill your bottles, water for your dogs, bins for your litter and treats for both dogs and humans.  But no toilets!