This stunning 14th-century moated castle set amongst a picturesque landscape makes for an ideal location for stargazing events organised by the National Trust, as well as an amazing foreground object for a star-trails image! Photo used with kind permission by Paul Ibbitson Astrophotography.
Location events organiser
National Trust organises events at this location
Please contact National Trust directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk
Website: National Trust
Twitter: @nationaltrust
Facebook: National Trust
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
10° 93% -
27/04/24
10° 89% -
28/04/24
11° 87% -
28/04/24
10° 40%
Weather forecast for Bodiam (0.6 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 04:00.
Local light pollution
Bodiam Castle - National Trust is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asemi-rural semi-rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
Find the best dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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