The Kielder Observatory is a centre for public outreach in the science of astronomy and physics. It serves to promote the universe to our guests, …
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Mar 17, 2025
What an experience. First time to an observatory and so much different to a planetarium. Had a good introduction to the northern lights inc the science but also some of the videos and shots they have…Full review by Busker999
Mar 12, 2025
The evening that we visited it was very misty. In fact you couldn't see the observatory from the car park. However, this in no way spoiled our evening. The staff are so enthusiastic, obviously lovin…Full review by Liz M
Feb 22, 2025
Excellent experience at the observatory. Great location in a dark sky area. The staff were great and were incredibly knowledgable.Full review by david d
Are you able to take your own telescope to this site to view the dark skies? All of the sessions are fully booked when I am in the area but we have our own equipment so can stargaze ourselves if permitted
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I don't think you can take your own telescope to the Observatory site but there are other places outside the Observatory in the Kielder area where you could set up equipment. EG. near …
I don't think you can take your own telescope to the Observatory site but there are other places outside the Observatory in the Kielder area where you could set up equipment. EG. near the Reservoir
I’ve booked to attend an event in February however I will be attending on my own. As a lone attender, will I feel very out on a limb or is there enough going on that I won’t feel this too much?! Thanks :)
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I am sure you wont feel out on a limb as there is usually loads going on at the event. We had many single people at our event and they seemed to enjoy all the activities , they just …
I am sure you wont feel out on a limb as there is usually loads going on at the event. We had many single people at our event and they seemed to enjoy all the activities , they just joined in all they different activities and chatted to the other participants. Hope you enjoy your event.
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