Dark Skies Fringe Festival 25 October - 03 November 2024
Dark Skies Festival 14 February - 02 March 2025
View the Yorkshire Dales in a different light.
We are officially an International Dark Sky Reserve as awarded by DarkSky International (formally the International Dark-Sky Association) and we’re delighted to bring you our fabulously dark and starry skies.
With an array of Festival events hosted by local businesses and Dark Sky Friendly places to stay in the Yorkshire Dales, you’ll find lots of opportunities to linger, look up and marvel at the beauty of our amazing night skies.
February 2025 will see the 10th Anniversary of our main Dark Skies Festival and will be a celebration not to be missed!
We're looking forward to seeing you!
Saturday, 01.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
The Buckden – Hubberholme Planet Trail
Be amazed at the vastness of our solar system and learn fun facts along this free, self-guided (1.5 mile/2.5km) Planet Trail and receive a little prize when you hand in […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
Dark Skies Champing™ – Stay at St Mary’s Church in Arkengarthdale
Calling all stargazing enthusiasts! The Yorkshire Dales is home to some of the darkest skies in the country. With large areas of unpolluted night sky, it’s possible to see the […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
10 Year Anniversary of the Dark Skies Festival
🌌 Join us in the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Park to celebrate the beauty of the night skies and our monumental 10th Anniversary of the Dark Skies […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
Planet and Constellation Trail
The Yorkshire Dales National Park is a place where you can find the most wondrous star-filled skies, free from light pollution. Learn fun facts about the planets and star constellations […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
Star gazing stays at Stay Lambing Live
Event- Star gazing stays. Description- Romantic star gazing stay for 2 at our cottage Stay Lambing Live. Keep warm in the wood fired hot tub while you look at the […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.02.25
Rocket Lab and Launch
Our Rocket lab is a drop in session where you will make a rocket and launch it outside. Please bring your own plastic 1l bottle if where possible. Spares […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.02.25
Cosmic Adventure at Stump Cross Cavern – Half Term Fun
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.02.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.02.25
Dark Skies in the Vale
Come experience the night sky like never before! As part of the 2024 Dark Skies Festival, the Tees-Swale: Naturally Connected Programme brings the night sky to you and presents an […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.02.25
Astronomy Supper at Elsworth at the Mill
Astronomy Supper, in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Dark Skies Festival. Date: Friday 21st February 2025 Time: 6.30/7.00pm – 11pm. Tickets: £29.50 This exciting, cosy, and […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Ride, Shine and Dine
As part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park Dark Skies Festival we are hosting a night ride. You will have the opportunity to use a fantastic Exposure MTB light […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Dark Skies in the Vale
Come experience the night sky like never before! As part of the 2024 Dark Skies Festival, the Tees-Swale: Naturally Connected Programme brings the night sky to you and presents an […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Exciting Stargazing Night with Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group
Join us for an exciting evening of stargazing and talks with our expert astronomers in the NW corner of Yorkshire Dales National Park (YDNP). Our stunning dark sky is free […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
Stargazing and Night Photography at Ashes Farm
Come join us at Ashes Farm for a night under the stars. Learn some basic constellations, view the night sky, have the chance to take some photos, then enjoy a […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
High Trenhouse – Dark Skies at HIGH TRENHOUSE
Saturday 22nd February 2025 – 7pm A stargazing event not to be missed Step into the wonder of the night sky as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.02.25
West Burton – Waterfalls After Dark Photo Walk
Join Yorkshire Photo Walks’ Tom Marsh at the enchanting Cauldron Force, where you’ll learn to capture breathtaking night photography of one of the Yorkshire Dales’ most iconic waterfalls. Discover expert […]
Read MoreSunday, 23.02.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSunday, 23.02.25
DARK SKIES NIGHT HIKES – Hawes, Wensleydale
Gaze in awe at the Milky Way, marvel at millions of stars and soak up the unique atmosphere of an evening hike on one of our Dark Skies Night […]
Read MoreMonday, 24.02.25
Gaze and Graze Dark Skies Event
Gaze and Graze Dark Skies Event: Under some of the darkest skies in England, immerse yourself in the wonders of the cosmos with a captivating laser-guided tour of the constellations, […]
Read MoreTuesday, 25.02.25
An evening under the stars at Aysgarth
As part of the Dark Skies Festival, we’re hosting a celestial night to remember with a guided presentation from Astronomer Neill Sanders and we’re paying homage to the best local […]
Read MoreTuesday, 25.02.25
Another night of Cosmic Wonder
We get asked a lot about these nights As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we’ve managed to persuade Astronomer Richard Darn to host anothe one of his […]
Read MoreWednesday, 26.02.25
A Ramble through the Solar System at RIND 2025
After last year’s sell out success, we’re excited to welcome back Martin Lunn OBE to take us on celestial journey at Rind. Join us for an evening of cosmic exploration […]
Read MoreThursday, 27.02.25
Stargazing at Tupgill
Join Neill from Go Stargazing for an exploration of the night skies above the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Reserve. Enjoy a laser-guided tour of the constellations and learn simple tricks […]
Read MoreThursday, 27.02.25
Stargazing at The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa
Coniston’s Cosmic Canvas Star Gazing | Thursday 27 February 2025 Book now Join us for an out of this world dining experience in The Garnett Room. Astronomer, Sophie Carroll will […]
Read MoreFriday, 28.02.25
Dark Skies Monotype Workshop with Hester Cox
Join artist Hester Cox in celebrating the night and all things nocturnal on this fun and productive monotype workshop. Monoprinting is a direct and spontaneous way of making images and […]
Read MoreFriday, 28.02.25 to Sunday, 02.03.25
Dark Sky Stargazing Exclusive Experience at Ashes Farm, Celebrating the 10th Anniversary Night Sky.
Join us for a magical experience under the stars at Ashes Farm as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Yorkshire Dark Skies Festival! This special event is perfect for beginners […]
Read MoreFriday, 28.02.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreFriday, 28.02.25
Access the Dales – Dark Skies Walk, Join Us Under the Stars!
Dark Skies Walk Friday 28th February – Join Us Under the Stars! Following the amazing success of last February’s Dark Skies event, we’re thrilled to invite you to our […]
Read MoreSaturday, 01.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 01.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSaturday, 01.03.25
Broughton by Night 2024/2025
Join us for lights out and appreciate our magnificent night skies After a sell-out series of guided star gazing evenings last year, astronomer Chris Higgins returns to Broughton Sanctuary from […]
Read MoreSaturday, 01.03.25
Malham Cove Magical Full Moon Experience
Steeped in mystery and myth, Malham promises to provide an adventure like no other… A traverse down to Janet’s Foss in the dark exudes atmosphere on big shiny, full moons […]
Read MoreSaturday, 01.03.25
Winskill Stones – Stargazing/Night Time Landscapes Photo Walk
Join Yorkshire Photo Walks tutor Tom Marsh for an enchanting evening of night-time photography in the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales. Discover the secrets of capturing stunning after-dark images as Tom guides […]
Read MoreSunday, 02.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreFriday, 07.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSaturday, 08.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 08.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSunday, 09.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreFriday, 14.03.25
Let There Be Dark
Celebrate some of the darkest places in Great Britain by discovering Langcliffe Quarry. Free your imagination during our sensory walk and creative writing workshop ‘ Let There Be Dark’ lead by […]
Read MoreSaturday, 15.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 15.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSunday, 16.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreFriday, 21.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 22.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSunday, 23.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreFriday, 28.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSaturday, 29.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 29.03.25
Dark Skies Festival Activities at How Stean Gorge
Next Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings between 1st November 2024 – 29th March 2025 How Stean Gorge is proud to be hosting the ever-popular Dark Skies Activities nights as part […]
Read MoreSunday, 30.03.25
Cosmic Adventures at Stump Cross Caverns
Blast off into an unforgettable journey through the stars with our Cosmic Adventures Workshop at Stump Cross Caverns! This exciting, family-friendly event combines education and creativity to explore the mysteries […]
Read MoreSaturday, 18.10.25
Dark Skies stargazing & Night Photography Event At Ashes Farm
Come join us at Ashes Farm for a night under the stars. Learn some basic constellations, view the night sky, have the chance to take some photos, then enjoy a […]
Read MoreWednesday, 29.10.25
Dark Skies Family Crafting
Join Jane for a Dark Skies Festival family crafting drop in session Included in museum admission
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