The Watchtower at Waren Mill
Waren Mill, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7EP, North East England
Nestled in the heart of Northumberland, The Watchtower offers the perfect sanctuary for a tranquil getaway, with both the coast and countryside just steps away.
Surrounded by serene landscapes and boasting panoramic views, this three-bedroom holiday home is an ideal retreat for families and groups of friends seeking relaxation.
Whether unwinding in the peaceful surroundings or exploring the stunning local scenery, The Watchtower ensures a memorable and rejuvenating escape. As night falls, enjoy breathtaking stargazing opportunities right from your doorstep.
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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Website: https://hostandstay.co.uk
Weather forecast
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17/09/25
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17/09/25
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18/09/25
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18/09/25
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Weather forecast for Bamburgh Castle (beach) (2.6 miles away) updated 17/09/25 at 12:02.
Local light pollution
The Watchtower at Waren Mill 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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Urban
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Semi-rural
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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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