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Stargazing Package at Armidale Cottages Bed & Breakfast

Telescope in the Garden at Armidale Cottages Bed & Breakfast in High Seaton, Cumbria
  • Telescope in the Garden at Armidale Cottages Bed & Breakfast in High Seaton, Cumbria
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  • Telescope in the Garden at Armidale Cottages Bed & Breakfast in High Seaton, Cumbria
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Armidale Cottages B&B, High Seaton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1PD
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Here at Armidale Cottages B&B we are proud to be a Dark Sky friendly destination and our low level of light pollution offer wonderful views of the night sky.

We are situated close to the very tranquil Solway Coast National Landscape and ideally located for exploring the Western fells and Lakes. On-site, our 16th Century cottages offer plenty of outdoor space where our orchard provides a quiet, private location perfect for stargazing.

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 snacks to help keep you warm during your evening of stargazing. 

For an added touch of relaxation during your stay, you can also use make use of our Finnish Sauna before stargazing at a reduced price. We offer late check in slightly later check out (please contact to discuss) to give you flexibility around your stargazing experience.

To book accommodation at Armidale Cottages Bed & Breakfast, click here.

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Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

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Booking & Payment Details

  • American Express accepted
  • Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted

Children

  • Children welcome - Children welcome from age 12

Heating Facilities

  • Central heating
  • Real log/coal fires

Languages

  • Staff fluent in German

Laundry Facilities

  • Ironing facilities

Leisure Facilities

  • Sauna onsite

Parking

  • Private parking

Property Facilities

  • Television available
  • Totally non-smoking
  • WiFi or internet access

Room/Unit Facilities

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Hairdryer
  • Radio
  • Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
  • Television

Site Features

  • Building of historical interest
  • Garden

Access Information

Parking

Route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has steps and no ramp
Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
Gravel

Entrance

Entrance well lit
Ramp to entrance
Handrail by ramp
Steps to the main entrance
Number of steps to entrance1

Dining

Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
Lactose free (dairy free)
Sugar free (diabetic)
Vegetarian

Bedrooms

Bedroom with non-allergenic bedding available

General

Proprietors/staff available 24-hours

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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    • Cleanliness
      5 of 5 stars
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      Awards

      • Cumbria AwardsMember of Cumbria Tourism Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
      • Cumbria AwardsDark Sky Friendly Cumbria Dark Sky Friendly Cumbria 2020

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      Road Directions

      Leave M6 at Penrith jct 40 and take A66 to Keswick. Follow directions for Cockermouth and at the Sheep and Wool Centre roundabout, first roundabout at Cockermouth, take the second exit straight across for Workington. At the second roundabout take the second exit for Maryport/Carlisle. At the third roundabout take the first exit for Maryport, A594. On this road go past The Ship pub on the right, go up the hill and round the bend, carry on the road widens and take the second turn off on the left for Seaton. You then come into Broughton Moor village. At the crossroads go straight across and keep going on this road and you come into Seaton. Go past the pub called The Coachman on the right and continue down the hill. The road becomes straight and we are on the left just after the white gate and opposite the new development called The Oaks on the right.

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