Kielder Observatory
Fee required
Parking available
A public astronomical observatory and educational charity located in Europe's largest Gold-Tier International Dark Sky Park, offering stargazing events and unique experiences.

๐Ÿ”ญ Public astronomical observatory and educational charity in Northumberland, England.
๐ŸŒŒ Offers stargazing events under some of the darkest skies in the world.

Why Go

๐ŸŒ  Experience breathtaking stargazing, meteor showers, and Saturn's rings
๐Ÿ”ญ Use 14", 20" and 60mm solar telescopes
๐ŸŒณ Enjoy modern architecture within Europe's largest man-made woodland
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Events for all ages, including family-friendly sessions

Why Avoid

โ˜๏ธ Stargazing dependent on clear weather, backup activities provided if cloudy
โ™ฟ No accessible toilet currently
๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Access via 2-mile single-lane stone track, 15mph limit

Tips

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Advance ticket booking is essential for all events
๐Ÿงญ Sat Nav (NE48 1EJ) can be unreliable, follow signs for 'Kielder Skyspace and Observatory'

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Events range from ยฃ25.00 to ยฃ49.00 per person, private events from ยฃ1000.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Events run all year, typically ~3 hours, check website for specific timings.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

Free car park available, no overnight parking.

๐Ÿšป Toilets

Two unisex toilets available.

๐Ÿ• Dogs

Assistance dogs allowed inside, pets only in cars.

Last updated 9 days ago

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