Stargazing Sessions
Look ahead to moon phases and seasonal targets when picking a date.
Stargazing experiences
Look up and stay a little longer.
Trip notes
Make the most of your time
Sky calendar
Look ahead to moon phases and seasonal targets when picking a date.
On the viewing deck
Dress for cooler temperatures and ask how the session changes if cloud moves in.
A look at the itinerary
Guided night sky session
Dress for cooler temperatures and ask how the session changes if cloud moves in.
Before setting a date
Check the available session lengths, when to arrive and how to prepare. Add any special requirements when you book.
On the viewing deck
Dress for cooler temperatures and ask how the session changes if cloud moves in.
Nightjar Observatory
Build out your plans
Find the practical details to have ready before you start.
Choose a sample observing evening. Sessions are suitable for ages 8+ and include a short telescope briefing.
Compare our sample guided observing evenings and check the sky forecast before you reserve.
Explore the experiences
A good night starts with enough darkness
Nightjar plans each session around the sky conditions and objects visible at the time of year. The host explains how to use a telescope and what you can see with the naked eye.
Stargazing Sessions
Look ahead to moon phases and seasonal targets when picking a date.
Sky Calendar
Dress for cooler temperatures and ask how the session changes if cloud moves in.
Equipment
Check the available session lengths, when to arrive and how to prepare. Add any special requirements when you book.
Ready when you are