Stargazing & Northern Lights
Huge open skies and very low levels of light pollution make Caithness in Scotland the perfect location for stargazing. View the night sky and all its wonders … and if you’re lucky you may even see the northern lights! Below we’ve listed some astronomy groups, locations and resources to help you get started…
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Caithness Astronomy Group hosts public meetings, talks and observations throughout the year. Check out this year’s event programme and learn more about stargazing in the far north of Scotland…
Castlehill Heritage Centre is a Dark Sky Discovery Site, an officially recognised stargazing location. Approved as a safe and accessible area with low light pollution. Car parking is available.
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Use this map on the Caithness Astronomy Group website, to find more great local stargazing locations near us, including Naver Forest, Rumster Forest, Thurso Harbour, Dunnet Head and Grey Cairns of Camster.
Sign up for AuroraWatch UK alerts to find out when the Northern Lights may be visible. The best time to see them is in the winter, between 10 pm and 2 am, when the sky is at its darkest. However, they may appear at any time of year.
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Book your stay at the Ulbster Arms Hotel and Lodges in Halkirk. The perfect base for these trips and tours around Caithness and beyond! Call us today on 01847 831 641 or contact us for more information.
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