Foggyshaw Lodge
Middlesmoor, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 5ST, Yorkshire and The Humber England
Foggyshaw Lodge is a fantastic retreat for families and groups of friends, offering a peaceful escape in the quiet village of Middlesmoor.
Accommodating up to six guests, the lodge boasts almost direct access to the Nidderdale Way and offers stunning views of the North Yorkshire Moors.
Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Sky Reserve, it is an excellent location for stargazing.
Additionally, Foggyshaw Lodge is just 50 meters from a traditional Yorkshire pub, perfect for enjoying a hearty meal without the need to cook.
Your four-legged friends are also welcome, making it a truly inclusive getaway.
Stay & Gaze - this location benefits from dark skies, relatively low levels of light pollution, is astronomy friendly and suitable for stargazing breaks.
Accommodation provider
Host And Stay
Host and Stay offers a wide variety of accommodation options across the UK, many of which are located in dark sky areas and run by stargazing friendly providers.
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://hostandstay.co.uk
Weather forecast
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Weather forecast for Pateley Bridge (7.1 miles away) updated 22/04/26 at 12:01. Powered by Met Office data.
Local light pollution
Foggyshaw Lodge is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite. For more advanced light pollution data, view this location on DarkSkySites.
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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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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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