Moffat Community Observatory (booking required)

Moffat Community Observatory (booking required)

Saturday 5th October 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

Moffat Community Observatory
Old Carlisle Road, Moffat, Dumfriesshire, DG10 9QJ

The fantastic Moffat Community Observatory is open to pre-booked visits throughout the week (except for Sundays) from October to March.

Enjoy incredible views of the night skies above internationally-recognised Moffat Dark Sky Town and observe extraordinary objects through the observatory’s giant 16″ aperture telescope.

These informal evenings must be booked in advance and are subject to favourable weather conditions and the availability of volunteers. Sessions are free of charge; however, donations are welcome.

If you would like to visit the observatory, please book via their website.


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