This stargazing spot has been recommended by the North Pennines AONB as a great place to stop off and view the Milky Way! This popular picnic spot has a large area to pull in from the road with plenty of parking.
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
7° 5% -
27/04/24
4° 4% -
28/04/24
4° 7% -
28/04/24
4° 12%
Weather forecast for Stanhope (2.8 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 20:01.
Local light pollution
Bollihope Common is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to arural rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Urban
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Suburban
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Semi-rural
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Rural
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
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