Group Stargazing at Brecon Beacons Observatory
View the night sky from Wales' first International Dark Sky Reserve and embrace a nocturnal adventure designed for visitors of all ages
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Highlights
Join expert astronomers at the Brecon Beacons Observatory for a guided stargazing experience under exceptionally dark Welsh skies.
Use the observatory’s main telescope along with a selection of portable telescopes positioned across the grounds for wide‑field and deep‑sky viewing.
Learn how to set up and align a telescope correctly, with hands‑on guidance suitable for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
View and photograph spectacular celestial objects, including planets, star clusters, nebulae and the Milky Way — ideal for anyone interested in astrophotography.
Enjoy stargazing in an official International Dark Sky Reserve, offering minimal light pollution and outstanding visibility throughout the year.
What's included
- 2-hour astronomy experience
- Equipment
Prepare for the experience
Children information
- Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Accessibility information
- Please contact us if you require any accessibility information about this experience.
Additional information
- Please note that in case of inclement weather astronomical talks will be provided in a warm room located near the observatory.
Live date availability can be seen before booking.
The regular operating times are the following:
- Wednesday, at 11:30 pm to Thursday, at 01:45 am.
Departure point
- Address: Brecon Beacons Observatory, Brecon Beacons National Park, Libanus, Brecon LD3 8ER, Wales, United Kingdom.
- Nearest bus station: Brecon (The T4 runs from Cardiff to Newtown via Brecon. The T6 runs from Swansea to Brecon).
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Dark Sky Wales.
