Twice a year, groups of very hardy amateur astronomers gather beneth England’s darkest skies in Kielder Forest to (try to) gaze up at the stars.
The events run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society, allow anyone to come along and camp in the forest for up to a week and see the night sky in a way few people ever do without all the light pollution generated by man-made lights.
Of course being located in Northumberland there is always the chance of cloud covering the sky and the accompanying rain, but surprisingly there are usually plenty of nights where a clear sky allows for some spectacular views and photographs to be taken.
Whether you’re a keen astronomer with large telescope or simply want to lay back and gaze up at the wonders of the Milky Way, why not book your place for the next Star Camp in the Kielder Forest.
The next camp is available from 21st to 25th March 2012 at a cost of £13 per night for pitch with electric hook up, but early booking is recommended as places do fill up fast.
For more details and to book – Kielder Forest Star Camp.
To get you in the mood, here is a time lapse film from a previous Kielder Forest Star Camp.
