Holworthy Farm
Holworthy Lane, Brompton Regis, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9NY
Welcome to Holworthy Farm, a 200-acre livestock farm nestled on the banks of Wimbleball Lake, in the heart of Exmoor, Somerset.
What makes Holworthy Farm truly special is its location within Exmoor National Park, the first International Dark Sky Reserve in the UK. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, it is a prime spot for stargazing under some of the darkest skies in the UK. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or simply looking to marvel at the stars, Holworthy offers the perfect backdrop for unforgettable nights under the vast night sky.
In addition to this, you can enjoy wildlife safaris on Exmoor, boat trips around Wimbleball Lake, or indulge in a variety of lake activities, with a path leading directly from the farm to the water. Local trekking centers also offer escorted rides over the moors, making your stay both adventurous and relaxing.
Holworthy Farm is truly a haven for those seeking a stress-free, unique getaway, with endless activities and the stunning dark skies of Exmoor National Park enhancing your experience.
Stay & gaze - this location benefits from dark skies, relatively low levels of light pollution, is astronomy friendly and suitable for stargazing breaks.
Location events organiser
Space Detectives organises events at this location
Please contact Space Detectives directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
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Local light pollution
Holworthy Farm 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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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. 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. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at Holworthy Farm. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.