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Moffat Dark Sky Town

Moffat Dark Sky Town

Moffat, Dumfries & Galloway, Dumfriesshire, DG10

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Moffat in Dumfries & Galloway takes the title of Europe’s very first Dark Sky Town, having adopted special street lighting to keep light pollution to a minimum to preserve the great starry skies above the area. This specific location is that of a car park a mile or so outside of the town. In 2021 the Moffat Community Observatory opened and is a venue for regular public stargazing sessions.

Moffat Dark Sky Town is a Dark Sky Discovery Site, an officially recognised place where anyone can stargaze. Most such locations have overnight parking (sometimes with a fee); however, many do not allow overnight camping. There may or may not be toilet facilities.

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