Let us help you escape the glow and glare of city lights.
We chose Northumberland for its dark skies and wide-open views where you’ll see deeper into our universe than you ever thought possible.
Experience some of England’s darkest skies on this extraordinary tour experience taking you deep into Northumberland’s Hadrian’s Wall country. Your transport awaits right in the centre of Newcastle to teleport you into the wilds of Northumberland National Park.
Your journey begins right in Newcastle with mini coach pick up from Maldron Hotel and heading out into England’s most tranquil county – Northumberland!
Our on-site astronomer will ensure you enjoy a memorable evening on-site within Northum...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport from/to Newcastle
Expert astronomer (on-site)
Heated indoor space
Inspirational Dark Skies presentation
Telescopes (on-site; outdoors)
Coffee and/or Tea
Food
Meeting Points
Departure
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Meet inside the lobby area of the hotel (signs will direct you). Your driver will pick you up to depart from the hotel to Northumberland (approx drive time 1h).
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Let us help you escape the glow and glare of city lights.
We chose Northumberland for its dark skies and wide-open views where you’ll see deeper into our universe than you ever thought possible.
Experience some of England’s darkest skies on this extraordinary tour experience taking you deep into Northumberland’s Hadrian’s Wall country. Your transport awaits right in the centre of Newcastle to teleport you into the wilds of Northumberland National Park.
Your journey begins right in Newcastle with mini coach pick up from Maldron Hotel and heading out into England’s most tranquil county – Northumberland!
Our on-site astronomer will ensure you enjoy a memorable evening on-site within Northum...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport from/to Newcastle
Expert astronomer (on-site)
Heated indoor space
Inspirational Dark Skies presentation
Telescopes (on-site; outdoors)
Coffee and/or Tea
Food
Meeting Points
Departure
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Meet inside the lobby area of the hotel (signs will direct you). Your driver will pick you up to depart from the hotel to Northumberland (approx drive time 1h).
Return
Itinerary
1
Hadrian's Wall
Journey in comfort to your destination within Northumberland National Park and along Hadrian's Wall.
Journey time is approx. 1 hour and during this time you will have the chance to learn a little about Northumberland, our dark skies as well as Hadrian's Wall via an engaging video en-route.
2
Northumberland National Park
Journey into Northumberland National Park and into some of the darkest skies in England.
30 minutes
3
Walltown Crags - Hadrian's Wall
On-site, you are greeted by our expert astronomer who will guide you through your evening. Expect to see/do:
- enjoy an inspirational Dark Skies presentation (inside our heated room incl. tea / coffee & biscuits)
- venture outdoors to use telescope, enjoy a laser-guided tour of constellations and be inspired by the night sky within the National Park setting
- take part in a photography art project (with mementos to keep and cherish)
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Newcastle upon Tyne
Return from your experience onboard our mini coach. Journey time is approx. 1 hour.
