Stargazing in Cranbourne Chase Dark Sky Reserve
Find places to stargaze in this region
Cranbourne Chase was awarded Dark Sky Reserve status by the International Dark Sky Association in October 2019, this in recognition of the beautiful night time skies above this region which is also an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
It's a great place to escape the bright lights of the South coast and nearby cities with a number of official Dark Sky Discovery Sites which make for great locations to go stargazing.
Stargazing locations in Cranbourne Chase Dark Sky Reserve
The map below shows places to go stargazing in Cranbourne Chase Dark Sky Reserve including observatories, officially recognised dark sky locations and recommended sites. We very much welcome suggestions if you'd like to contact us.
List of stargazing locations in Cranbourne Chase Dark Sky Reserve
Badbury Rings Car Park – National Trust
Kingston Lacy, Wimbourne, BH21 4DZ
Cley Hill Car Park – National Trust
Corsely, Warminster, BA12 7QU
Dinton Park – National Trust
St Marys Road, Dinton, SP3 5HH
Fontmell Down Nature Reserve
Spread Eagle Hill, Shaftesbury, SP7 0DT
King Alfred’s Tower Car Park
Tower Road, Bruton, BA10 0JS
Knowlton Church and Earthworks – English Heritage
Knowlton, Wimbourne, BH21 5AE
Martin Down National Nature Reserve Car Park
Near East Woodyates, Salisbury, SP5
Sutton Veny Village Hall
High Street, Sutton Veny, BA12 7AP
Win Green – National Trust
Donhead Hollow, Ludwell, SP7 0ES
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