The partners at the Kielder Osprey Project have made a feed from Nest 7, one of the most successful in the forest, accessible to people on their computers and smartphones.  

High definition cameras have been installed on this and other nests at Kielder Water and Forest Park over recent years providing amazingly clear views, but they have not been accessible online.  

Live streams are still available on large screens at Kielder Castle Visitor Centre along with Tower Knowe Visitor Centre, where additionally volunteers from Northumberland Wildlife Trust are on hand during weekends and Wednesdays to explain what the birds are up to.

Alex Maclennan, Forestry England’s Recreation and Public Affairs Manager for Northumberland, said:

“Ospreys have been a huge success story in Kielder so it’s wonderful we can now share views across the world. Mum and dad on nest 7 are proving to be exceptional parents, keeping the youngsters warm, and well fed with a regular supply of trout. 

"It’s compelling viewing and it will encourage more people to come to Kielder Water and Forest Park to experience this habitat and find out more about our incredible wildlife.”
 
Once again nest 7 is one of the most productive in the 63,000 hectare (155,000 acre) forest and is currently home to three healthy chicks.

The parents first bred together at Kielder in 2020 and before this year have produced six offspring. We know that the female was born in Tain in the Highlands in 2017.

The male is not ringed, but has been in Kielder Forest for at least five years having previously bred with another partner, before leaving her for his current mate.
 
To access the live stream go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=ON4nW41NtfM

The Kielder Osprey Project is a partnership between Forestry England, Northumbrian Water, Calvert Trust, Northumberland Wildlife Trust and Wild Intrigue.