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Dark Skies Inspiration
Enjoy the dark skies of Cumbria with a host of exciting events to celebrate the wonders of the night sky around the county.- Check out these year-round events taking place in Cumbria to appreciate our beautiful Dark Skies.
- Perfect places to stay to make your dark sky experience special in the Lake District, Cumbria.
- Join us this winter for a stellar stay that combines the comforts of The Wordsworth Hotel in the heart of Grasmere with the magic of one of the best Orion viewing spots at Allen Bank, a short walk away.
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- With stunning views onto the fells, our Stargazer Rooms with their huge windows are ideal for enjoying the night skies.
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- Offering a dark Sky package specially designed to ensure you are able to fully enjoy your stargazing experience.
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- Experience something truly unique. Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness of the night sky in the heart of the Lake District.
- Near Howe enjoys minimal light pollution and uninterrupted views of the stars on clear, dark nights and is proud to be a Dark Sky friendly destination. Guests can glimpse the Milky Way in all its glory along with sparkling star clusters from numerous outdoor seating areas as well as from our large field, which provides uninterrupted views of the night sky.
- Holiday under the night’s sky in one of these new Hex Pod glamping pods, fitted with skylights so that you can appreciate the beautiful stars from the warmth and comfort of your pod.
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- Choose to either swim at night under the light of the full moon or during the new moon when you can see the stars more clearly.
It's in the darkest skies that we see the brightest stars
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Allan Bank, National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QBTelephone
0344 249 1895Grasmere
Join us for a night with the winter stars. Our astronomy experts will take you on a whistle stop tour of the universe on the big screen. You will learn some fun facts about stars, planets and galaxies. Then we will head outside and use telescopes…
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Near Howe, Mungrisdale, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SHTelephone
01768 779678Penrith
Near Howe enjoys minimal light pollution and uninterrupted views of the stars on clear, dark nights and is proud to be a Dark Sky friendly destination. Guests can glimpse the Milky Way in all its glory along with sparkling star clusters from…
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National Trust - Fell Foot, Newby Bridge, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA22 9QZTelephone
0344 249 1895Newby Bridge
Join us for a night with the winter stars. Our astronomy experts will take you on a whistle stop tour of the universe on the big screen. You will learn about stars, planets and galaxies and our place in the universe. Then we will head outside and…
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07932 015383Keswick
Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night!
The walk will cover up 5 - 7 miles in the forest and out on to the fell tops just outside the forest bounds, depending on the weather and conditions.
This is a more…
Fire, Food and Stars… A perfect evening, well spent! The session involves you learning how to fillet a whole Rainbow Trout and cook it indigenous style over an open fire. You will of course have a go at lighting the fire, only using traditional…
Experience something truly unique. Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness of the night sky in the heart of the Lake District.
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
0742 807 1115Keswick
A 10k Head Torch Trail Race within Whinlatter Forest. The night-time adds a whole new dimension to trail running: it is both wild and peaceful at the same time. A fully marked course, this is ideal for trail novices and experienced runners…
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Watermillock, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0LPTelephone
01768 486442Ullswater
Choose to either swim at night under the light of the full moon or during the new moon when you can see the stars more clearly. The Milky Way can often be seen over Ullswater. You will experience 20 to 40 mins in the water with glow sticks and…
Keswick
Here at Castlerigg Hall, our holiday park is well set up to help you enjoy a night under the stars. Holiday under the night’s sky in one of our Hex Pod glamping pods, fitted with skylights so that you can appreciate the beautiful stars from the…
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Armidale Cottages B&B, High Seaton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1PDTelephone
01900 63704Workington
Our Dark Sky package is specially designed to ensure you are able to fully enjoy your stargazing experience. We provide use of a Sky-watcher telescope and comfortable outdoor seating, as well as blankets, hot water bottles, hot drinks and light…
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07932 015383Keswick
Ever wondered how Santa navigates the skies on Christmas Eve? Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a guided walk around the forest and look for the stars that help Santa find his way!
The walk will cover 3-4 miles of trails, and weather permitting, there…
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The Wordsworth Hotel & Spa, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SWTelephone
01539 435592Grasmere
Join us this winter for a stellar stay that combines the comforts of The Wordsworth Hotel in the heart of Grasmere with the magic of one of the best Orion viewing spots at Allen Bank, just a seven-minute walk away.
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Allan Bank, National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QBTelephone
0344 249 1895Grasmere
Join us for a night with the winter stars. Our astronomy experts will take you on a whistle stop tour of the universe on the big screen. You will learn about stars, planets and galaxies and our place in the universe. Then we will head outside and…
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National Trust - Fell Foot, Newby Bridge, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NNTelephone
0344 249 1895Newby Bridge
Join us for a night with the winter stars. Our astronomy experts will take you on a whistle stop tour of the universe on the big screen. You will learn some fun facts about stars, planets and galaxies. Then we will head outside and use telescopes…
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Near Howe, Mungrisdale, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SHTelephone
07861 651368Penrith
Experience the dazzling starry skies in the Lake District National Park with an expert astronomer at one of our dedicated stargazing events.
You'll enjoy an inspiring astronomical presentation, ideally suited for beginners and novices, before…
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07932 015383Keswick
Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a guided walk around the forest at night.
The walk will cover 3-4 miles of trails, and weather permitting, there will be stops for some amazing star gazing opportunities. As an amateur astronomer Jo help you have…
Star Gazing with a difference. Join us on our beautiful private country estate for an evening of Food, Spoon Whittling and Star Gazing. A truly memorable experience.
Our guided Dark Sky mountain walks are great fun, hassle-free and you get to see the Lake District in a whole new light – Starlight. You will meet your friendly local guide a couple of hours before sunset, where they will lead you up the mountain…
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Cafe Ambio, Whinlatter Forest Park, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07580 078924Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
A series of folk music sessions with a difference - set in the glorious surroundings of the Whinlatter forest, showcasing local artists and with opportunities to join in yourself. The combined magic of music and nature is an unforgettable…
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National Trust - Aira Force and Ullswater, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JSTelephone
0344 249 1895Penrith
Join us for a night with the winter stars. Our astronomy experts will take you on a whistle stop tour of the universe on the big screen. You will learn about stars, planets and galaxies and our place in the universe. Then we will head outside and…
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