Stargazing in North Peninnes National Landscape

Stargazing in North Peninnes National Landscape

The North Pennines National Landscape has truly embraced one of its greatest natural treasures – its exceptionally dark skies. Far from the intrusion of city lights, this protected landscape offers some of the clearest and darkest night skies in England, making it a haven for astronomers and casual stargazers alike.

As one of the very first Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) to establish official Dark Sky Discovery Sites, the region has committed itself to celebrating and protecting this unique resource.

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Stargazing events in North Peninnes National Landscape

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Stargazing locations in North Peninnes National Landscape

  • Allen Banks and Staward Gorge – National Trust

    Near Ridley Hall, Bardon Mill, Northumberland, NE47 7BP

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Allendale Golf Club

    Near Sinderhope, Allendale, Northumberland, NE47

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Balderhead Reservoir

    Hunderthwaite, Near Cotherstone, County Durham, DL12

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Bollihope Common

    Hill End, Frosterley, County Durham, DL13 2SY

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  • Bowlees Visitor Centre

    Newbiggin, Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12 0XF

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Burnhope Reservoir

    Wearhead, St Johns Chapel, County Durham, DL13

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Carricks Picnic Area

    Derwent Reservoir, Blanchland, County Durham, DH8 9PE

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Cow Green Reservoir

    Upper Teesdale, Langdon Beck, County Durham, DL12

    Dark Sky Discovery Site

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  • Derwent Waterside Park Visitor Centre

    Endmundbuyers, Consett, County Durham, DH8 9TT

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  • Grassholme Reservoir

    Grassholme, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 0PW

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Stargazing accommodation in North Peninnes National Landscape

  • Carr’s Farm Bunk House

    Wear Bank, Wolsingham, County Durham, DL3 3BQ

    Stay & Gaze

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  • Cranmore House – Nenthead

    Holmsfoot, Nenthead, Cumbria, CA9 3LS

    Stay & Gaze

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  • Greenends Holiday Cottages

    Nenthead, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3NA

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  • Langdon Beck Hotel – Teesdale

    Langdon Beck, Forest-in-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12 0XP, North East

    Stay & Gaze

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  • Mark Close Farmhouse – Alston

    Brampton Road, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3BD

    Stay & Gaze

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