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Dark Sky Discovery
Stargazing under truly dark skies, gaze in wonder at the Milky Way & the universe beyond, see nebulae, star clusters and much more.
Date & Time
Date | Monday 21st September, 2020 |
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Time | 8:00pm to 10:00pm |
Age Suitability
Stargazers and Cosmologists from 14 to 100 years old will enjoy this event.
Equipment Needed
An open mind and a vivid imagination are essential.
Ticket Prices
Adult | £22.50 |
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Concession | £19.50 |
Family | £55.50 |
A family ticket is valid for a group of 2 adults & 2 children. |
Details
Visit Battlesteads Observatory, an official Dark Sky Discovery Site, and enjoy a beginner's guide to dark sky stargazing under the twinkling stars of Northumberland on the edge of the largest area of protected dark skies in Europe – the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park.
Only when you're away from the light pollution of big towns and cities can dark skies allow you to truly appreciate the cosmos. We'll introduce you to the outer planets of our solar system as well as any comets that might be around. Some of the most inspiring objects such as star clusters, nebulae and galaxies containing billions of suns are also seen clearly under dark skies and they never fail to amaze.
During the evening we'll guide you through the universe and talk about how to find dark skies near you, and how to plan your own evening of dark skies stargazing. We'll also touch on some easy-to-understand cosmology and introduce you to the science of the stars and beyond!
During the winter months the observatory warm room is kept cosy and with free hot drinks available all year round; this simply is the best and most comfortable way to be introduced to the dark starry skies of Northumberland and the universe beyond.
As of yet, we're unable to control the weather, so stargazing can only go ahead if it's clear but you'll be pleased to know that all events go ahead in any weather conditions.
Other Dates & Times
This event type is also running on the following dates & times:
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Saturday 27th August, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Sunday 28th August, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Monday 29th August, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 30th August, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Thursday 1st September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Sunday 18th September, 2022 | 8:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 20th September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Thursday 22nd September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Saturday 24th September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Sunday 25th September, 2022 | 8:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 27th September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Thursday 29th September, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 18th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Wednesday 19th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Thursday 20th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
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Monday 24th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 25th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Wednesday 26th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
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Saturday 29th October, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Saturday 19th November, 2022 | 6:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Saturday 19th November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Monday 21st November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Tuesday 22nd November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Wednesday 23rd November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Thursday 24th November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
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Monday 28th November, 2022 | 9:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
Saturday 17th December, 2022 | 6:00pm | View Details | Book Now |
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Summer Stargazing
The nights are still full of stargazing fun, we'll be hunting NLCs, summer double stars a, the planets and clusters.
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Marvel at the magnificent moon & go stargazing from our Official Dark Sky Discovery Observatory Site.
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