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!
Thursday, 10.10.24
Stargazing at The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa
Join us for an out of this world dining experience in The View Restaurant. Astronomer, Richard Darn will then take you on a cosmic journey, for an evening witnessing the […]
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Star Gazing and Night Photography At Ashes Farm
Come join us at Ashes Farm for a night under the stars, learn some basic night photography skills to put into practice and enjoy a bite to eat while sharing […]
Read MoreThursday, 31.10.24
Making Creatures of the Night
Making creatures of the Night. A family drop in session with Jane. Included in museum admission. No booking required.
Read MoreFriday, 01.11.24
The History of Lights in Festivals
Join Liz for our Hands on History session – The history of lights in festivals – from bonfires, to Jack O’ Lanterns and make your own paper lantern. Included in […]
Read MoreFriday, 01.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSaturday, 02.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSunday, 03.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreFriday, 08.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSaturday, 09.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSunday, 10.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreFriday, 15.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSaturday, 16.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSunday, 17.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreFriday, 22.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSaturday, 23.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSunday, 24.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreFriday, 29.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSaturday, 30.11.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreSunday, 01.12.24
Dark Skies Activity and Pizza Nights
Our dark skies activity nights offer you a unique experience – outdoor adventures under the stars. As part of the Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival, we are running our very […]
Read MoreMonday, 17.02.25
Café Under the Stars – 2025
Join Astronomer Paul Clark and explore the wonders of the late winter and springtime night sky! Arrive early at the Dales Bike Centre cafe with pizza specials, cake and […]
Read MoreMonday, 17.02.25
Cafe Under the Stars – 2025
Arrive early at the Dales Bike Centre cafe with pizza specials, cake and hot drinks available from 17:00. From 18:00 there may be an opportunity for viewing of the planets […]
Read MoreWednesday, 19.02.25
Dark Skies at the Hostel at Hawes
Join us for a night under the stars at our lovely hostel. Get ready to witness the beauty of the night sky like never before. Our experienced guide, Astronomer Richard […]
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