Dark Skies with the Whitby Astronomical Society

Dark Skies with the Whitby Astronomical Society

Friday 1st November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

Whitby Youth Hostel
Abbey House, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT

Join Whitby Astronomical Society for an in-depth presentation on the spectacular things that can be seen in our night skies. Followed by a picture show and Q&A.

Then head outside the Abbey House for observations and a star walk. Recommended 8 years and over. Ticket price includes hot drink & slice of cake. 5yrs & under are free.

To book your place email [email protected] to reserve spaces for the night. Pay on arrival.

This event is part of the North York Moors Dark Skies Fringe Festival 2024.


Event organiser

Whitby & District Astronomical Society

Whitby & District Astronomical Society is organising this event

Please contact Whitby & District Astronomical Society directly for more details regarding this event or, if appropriate, contact the event venue.


Event booking

To book your place email [email protected] to reserve spaces for the night. Pay on arrival.

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Event darkness

The Moon has a big impact on the visibility of celestial bodies in the night sky. Try to plan your stargazing when there is no bright Moon at night as this is when the skies will be at their darkest.

The below chart shows if and when the skies will be at their darkest during this event. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing.



Forthcoming events

Below is a list of events at Whitby Youth Hostel. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.

  • Dark Skies with the Whitby Astronomical Society

    Sunday 27th October 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Whitby Youth Hostel, Whitby, YO22 4JT

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  • Dark Skies with the Whitby Astronomical Society

    Friday 1st November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Whitby Youth Hostel, Whitby, YO22 4JT

    More info

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