North Pennines National Landscape

Creatures of the night trail
2023-10-20 10:00 - 2023-11-05 16:00 (Europe/London) | Bowlees Visitor Centre, Newbiggin, DL12 0XF
Follow the themed trail from the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Bowlees Visitor Centre in Upper Teesdale to discover the creatures of the night!
Complete the whole self-guided trail to answer the questions and win an animal-themed prize. Bring warm/waterproof clothing and wear boots/wellies.
No need to book in advance – just turn up at the centre and ask for an answer sheet at the desk.
This event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies

Aurora night
2023-11-05 20:00 - 23:00 | Grassholme Observatory, DL12 0PW
The event on 5 November 8pm to 11pm will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer, and founder of the Kielder Observatory, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. After the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this, you will split into groups and, weather depending, start observing the sky, with telescopes and cameras.
On certain nights we may even see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It is visible in these skies. But the conditions have to be right for it to be seen and it’s a rare occurrence. Whilst it’s not guaranteed that you will see them – you will leave well equipped on what they are and how to spot them in the future.
This is a fun-filled night, with stunning handouts, experiments and stargazing with expert tuition from Gary and his team of astronomers. Get wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event, so please don’t bring any furry friends!
Pre-booking essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book and for full terms and conditions.
Adult: £24/ Concessions: £20/ Adult: 16+/ Concession: 65+, under 16s or Blue Badge holder.
For directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/
Grassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/
This Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
