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The North Pennines and Durham Dales has some of the darkest skies in the country, making the area ideal for stargazing. Throughout the year, espeically during the darker autumn and winter seasons you'll find a stellar line-up of stargazing events and activities to enjoy.
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Dark Skies
Mickleton
What better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to the UK's newest public observatory. Your little ones will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then children will be able to see and touch rocks from space –…
Dark Skies
Forest-in-Teesdale
Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.
Dark Skies
Nr Mickleton
On these dark starry nights, we are treated to a planetary delight as these 2 celestial heavyweights line up for our telescopes.
Dark Skies
Nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Dark Skies
Blanchland
Join us in our Gatehouse for an evening of stargazing with Andy Gray.
Dark Skies
Blanchland
Join us in our Gatehouse for an evening of stargazing with Andy Gray.
Dark Skies
Blanchland
Join us in our Gatehouse for an evening of stargazing with Andy Gray.
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