This just popped up in my Google news feed ..an oldish article which I thought offers an alternative location over winter for those looking for something different ..
It also features two of my mates ..Russell & Ian and a plug for the latter’s bike shop at Kielder (Bellingham is now closed having moved to Waterside on Kielder Water which is also seasonal )
Also ..and whisper this ..its in a rival mag 😳 )

Kielder Forest, Northumberland trail centre guide

<applauds loudly>

I love riding at Kielder. At this time of year you can be treated to some proper snow riding too.

For somewhere truly stunning to stay up there, I can heartily recommend the Sky Den.