Fontburn Reservoir in Northumberland is a popular stargazing spot. Whenever and wherever you’re stargazing, don’t forget to wrap up warm with plenty of layers including a good coat, gloves, and a woolly hat. A good pair of binoculars can help you see more details at night, just the same at in the day. We are supporting this project and so can you. Most of the archipelago, with the exception of Lerwick, has minimal light pollution, which makes for amazing views. Share: Robert Ince will be your guide taking you on an incredible journey through the constellations and along the Milky Way, while also showing you how to find all sorts of heavenly objects for yourself. A remote valley in the North West of the Lake District, Ennerdale is managed to increase wildlife and limit human intervention. Stargazing at Grizedale Forest Friday, February 7th, 2020. Light pollution and dark skies above the Lake District National Park. There are two car parks at the Western end of the valley and a number of places you can stay. This session will take you on an incredible journey through the constellations. Find a forest or woodland Our forests will remain open for outdoor recreation and exercise.

#LoveYourLakes: Donate to the Lake District Foundation's crowdfunding campaign to help care for the Lake District after the impacts of a busy summer. Both Great Langdale and Little Langdale are great spots for dark skies, and there are some great places to eat and stay, including campsites, the ideal place to really connect with the night sky! £15 Adults, £7.50 children aged 8-15. The dramatic landscape is inspiring by day, and the dramatic dark skies are inspiring at night. In the UK, the highest values of luminosity are measured in Glasgow, with an average of 1500 and London, with an average of 850.

Some communities offer stargazing events. The Isle of Skye is the most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides. Explore the forest on two wheels, foot or horse back and keep an eye on the amazing events they run.

Light at night time is measured as luminosity.

Some of the most spectacular spots are on the island of Orkney. Apply to be a Lake District Dark Skies volunteer and we'll give you all the help and training you need to help us measure the dark. The Red Lion Inn sits on a hill with spectacular views and the Rose and Crown has a great panaromic view of the south Wales valleys.

The Exmoor National Park Authority and local council work together to reduce the light pollution that could potentially harm its celestial views. For more of a challenge, test your nerve and swing among the trees on one of their Go Ape courses. Using a red torch will help keep your eyes adjusted to the dark. There are eight dark sky discovery sites within Rhondda Cynon Taf, in south Wales.

#LoveYourLakes: Donate to the Lake District Foundation's crowdfunding campaign, Book your School trip to the Lake District, Apply to be a Lake District Dark Skies volunteer.

Earth Photo Exhibition at Grizedale Forest & Visitor Centre*: This exhibition offers a series of stunning and thought-provoking images of the planet, including 35 captivating photographs. “The North Pennines Area is recognised as one of the darkest places in England, while Low Gillerthwaite at Ennerdale is designated as a Dark Sky Discovery Site and Grizedale Forest has regular star gazing events for all the family to enjoy – to name just three. Watching a stunning full-moon rise over a fell can be magical. “The North Pennines Area is recognised as one of the darkest places in England, while Low Gillerthwaite at Ennerdale is designated as a Dark Sky Discovery Site and Grizedale Forest has regular star gazing events for all the family to enjoy – to name just three. Famed for its magical history and the legend of King Arthur, Tintagel is one of the top stargazing sites in Cornwall. Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. click to accept cookies. Even in the summer, it can get pretty cold after dark. Our staff include rangers and field workers, advisers at our visitor centres, planners and ecologists.

The North Pennines Area is recognised as one of the darkest places in England, while Low Gillerthwaite at Ennerdale is designated as a Dark Sky Discovery Site and Grizedale Forest has regular star gazing events for all the family to enjoy – to name just three. There are a number of star gazing events at Grizedale, with talks, videos and help with telescopes, as well as star gazing outside if the skies are clear.

In 2015, Snowdonia National Park was awarded. Stargazing can be done throughout the year but is often best during the colder months when there’s a full moon. It is home to some of the most stunning views of the Northern Lights. He’ll also attempt to answer your questions on life, the universe and everything!