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Finn Lough

Finn Lough

Aghnablaney, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT93 2BB, Northern Ireland

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Set in the stunning landscapes of County Fermanagh, Finn Lough is a peaceful retreat on a peninsula overlooking Lough Erne. Known for its beautiful scenery, historical landmarks, and waterways, it offers a perfect escape for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Among the seven accommodation options, the most unique are the Bubble Domes, hidden in the woodland. With 180° transparent walls, these domes immerse you in nature while offering luxurious comfort, including a four-poster bed, wing chairs, and a telescope for stargazing under the clear skies.

For added luxury, the Premium and River Bubble Domes feature freestanding baths with woodland views. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast at the onsite Kitchen, or stay in one of the sustainable River Cabins, with glass-fronted designs that blend seamlessly with the tranquil surroundings.

Stay & Gaze - this location benefits from dark skies, relatively low levels of light pollution, is astronomy friendly and suitable for stargazing breaks.

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Weather forecast

  • 21/04/26

    12° 6%

  • 21/04/26

    12° 4%

  • 21/04/26

    12° 5%

  • 22/04/26

    9° 5%

Weather forecast for Enniskillen (15.8 miles away) updated 21/04/26 at 06:01. Powered by Met Office data.

Local light pollution

Finn Lough is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a dark site location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite. For more advanced light pollution data, view this location on DarkSkySites.

The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.

Light pollution map of Finn Lough

Best time to visit

The Moon has a big impact on the visibility of celestial bodies in the night sky. Try to plan your stargazing when there is no bright Moon at night as this is when the skies will be at their darkest.

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.

Moon phase on Tue 21st Apr

Tue 21st Apr

Waxing Crescent
17 % illuminated
Dark from 02:05 to 03:40
Dark for 1h 35m
Moon phase on Wed 22nd Apr

Wed 22nd Apr

Waxing Crescent
27 % illuminated
Dark from 02:44 to 03:37
Dark for 0h 53m
Moon phase on Thu 23rd Apr

Thu 23rd Apr

First Quarter
38 % illuminated
Dark from 03:08 to 03:34
Dark for 0h 26m
Moon phase on Fri 24th Apr

Fri 24th Apr

First Quarter
49 % illuminated
Dark from 03:24 to 03:31
Dark for 0h 7m
Moon phase on Sat 25th Apr

Sat 25th Apr

First Quarter
60 % illuminated
NO DARKNESS
Moon phase on Sun 26th Apr

Sun 26th Apr

Waxing Gibbous
70 % illuminated
NO DARKNESS
Moon phase on Mon 27th Apr

Mon 27th Apr

Waxing Gibbous
79 % illuminated
NO DARKNESS

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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!

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