The Poltimore Observatory and Inn
East Street, North Molton, Devon, EX36 3HR
The Poltimore Inn on the southern outskirts of the Exmoor International Dark Sky Reserve offers a fabulous location to experience the dark skies in the region.
Along with a fabulous restaurant and comfortable accommodation, the location benefits an observatory with a south-facing aspect which is perfect for observing planets and the Moon.
As an enthusiastic astronomer, the landlord is keen to enthuse people’s interest in astronomy and space, both young and old!
Stay & Gaze - this location benefits from dark skies, relatively low levels of light pollution, is astronomy friendly and suitable for stargazing breaks.
Location events organiser
Poltimore Inn Observatory organises events at this location
Please contact Poltimore Inn Observatory directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Poltimore Inn Observatory
Twitter: @PoltimoreInn
Facebook: Poltimore Inn Observatory
Weather forecast
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23/04/26
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Weather forecast for South Molton (2.9 miles away) updated 23/04/26 at 06:01. Powered by Met Office data.
Local light pollution
The Poltimore Observatory and Inn 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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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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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at The Poltimore Observatory and Inn. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.