The Old Post Office - Chatton
Chatton, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 5PP, North East England
The Old Post Office is ideally situated in the heart of the charming, tranquil village of Chatton, just a 2-minute stroll from the local pub and village shop.
This delightful property is a fantastic base for discovering the breathtaking countryside and stunning beaches of Northumberland.
With two inviting living spaces, a well-equipped kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms, a bathroom, outdoor space, and private parking, it’s perfect for a peaceful self-catering retreat.
Dog-friendly and full of character, The Old Post Office also offers a serene setting for stargazing under the Northumberland skies, ensuring a truly relaxing 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.
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Weather forecast
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Weather forecast for Wooler (3.7 miles away) updated 17/09/25 at 12:02.
Local light pollution
The Old Post Office - Chatton is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a 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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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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