Alongside our regular Observatory events, we’re bringing our unique experiences to one of Northumberland’s most iconic inns. Click below to explore upcoming events and secure your place with our expert team for an unforgettable night of discovery.
Events at Twice Brewed InnKielder Observatory is one of the most remarkable places to visit in the whole of the UK, a public astronomical observatory which is second to none. Here you'll find "infinite inspiration" and wonders you could never have imagined under some of the darkest skies in the world.
Kielder Observatory is one of the most inspiring places to visit in the UK—a public astronomical observatory and educational charity where unforgettable memories are made beneath the stars.
Experience wonders beyond imagination against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Europe’s largest Gold-Tier International Dark Sky Park. Whether you’re a first-time stargazer or a seasoned astronomer, our dedicated team promises moments that last a lifetime.
Looking to visit as soon as possible? Check out our events with last minute availability below.
The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, are among the most captivating natural wonders, yet also some of the most elusive. Join us as we share everything you need to know to witness this breathtaking phenomenon for yourself. Throughout your visit, our expert and passionate astronomers will guide you on a journey of astronomical discovery. They’ll share their knowledge and stories of the universe, helping you connect with astronomy and make lasting memories. You’ll enjoy a specialist talk, explore the observatory and its telescopes, and take part in hands-on activities with meteorites or experiments with light. You’ll have the chance to ask our astronomers anything you like, enjoy a hot drink (including our famous hot chocolate) and browse our gift shop for a keepsake of your visit. Whenever possible throughout the night, you’ll observe the cosmos under some of the darkest skies in Europe through our powerful telescopes. Our astronomers will guide you to observe stars, constellations, planets, the Moon, and even distant galaxies. They’ll also share tips to help you continue your stargazing journey at home. You can take away information and literature covering many of the topics explored during your visit, so the memories and learning last long after you leave. For additional event information please visit our FAQs. ...
Tickets
From £39.00 per person
Next available event
Thursday 11th December
Our celestial backyard is filled with extraordinary worlds; from mysteriously magnetic Mercury to distant, windswept Neptune. Join us as journey through these worlds, uncovering what we know and what remains a mystery. Throughout your visit, our expert and passionate astronomers will guide you on a journey of astronomical discovery. They’ll share their knowledge and stories of the universe, helping you connect with astronomy and make lasting memories. You’ll enjoy a specialist talk, explore the observatory and its telescopes, and take part in hands-on activities with meteorites or experiments with light. You’ll have the chance to ask our astronomers anything you like, enjoy a hot drink (including our famous hot chocolate) and browse our gift shop for a keepsake of your visit. Whenever possible throughout the night, you’ll observe the cosmos under some of the darkest skies in Europe through our powerful telescopes. Our astronomers will guide you to observe stars, constellations, planets, the Moon, and even distant galaxies. They’ll also share tips to help you continue your stargazing journey at home. You can take away information and literature covering many of the topics explored during your visit, so the memories and learning last long after you leave. For additional event information please visit our FAQs. ...
Tickets
From £42.00 per person
Next available event
Friday 12th December
Douglas Adams famously wrote, 'Space is big. You just won't believe how vastly, hugely, mind-bogglingly big it is. I mean, you may think it's a long way down the road to the chemist's, but that's just peanuts to space.’ But how did it all begin? Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe's origins and explore the cosmic events that shaped everything we see and experience today. Throughout your visit, our expert and passionate astronomers will guide you on a journey of astronomical discovery. They’ll share their knowledge and stories of the universe, helping you connect with astronomy and make lasting memories. You’ll enjoy a specialist talk, explore the observatory and its telescopes, and take part in hands-on activities with meteorites or experiments with light. You’ll have the chance to ask our astronomers anything you like, enjoy a hot drink (including our famous hot chocolate) and browse our gift shop for a keepsake of your visit. Whenever possible throughout the night, you’ll observe the cosmos under some of the darkest skies in Europe through our powerful telescopes. Our astronomers will guide you to observe stars, constellations, planets, the Moon, and even distant galaxies. They’ll also share tips to help you continue your stargazing journey at home. You can take away information and literature covering many of the topics explored during your visit, so the memories and learning last long after you leave. For additional event information please visit our FAQs. ...
Tickets
From £42.00 per person
Next available event
Saturday 13th December
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Kielder Observatory is a charity that exists to inspire, enthuse and educate the public about the wonders of the universe. Donating to us will help us reach more people and support their interest in astronomy. Your gift will help fund our work in schools, in the arts, our citizen science projects, getting out and about in the community and, of course, the work we do at the Observatory itself.
Lots of exciting things are happening at Kielder Observatory, use this page to browse the latest stories.
The long winter nights are here, and while most people head indoors, stargazers know this is the best time to...
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Stargazing season is here! With longer nights and clear skies, November brings the Leonid meteor shower (peaking 17–18 November) and...
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Ever wondered what the Milky Way looks like away from city lights? Kielder Observatory brought the magic of the night...
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Purchase some of the incredible photographs taken from Kielder Observatory.
This was taken on a moonlit night to keep the observatory illuminated, the image is created by stacking a number of shots taken over a long period of time. This was shot using a 14mm lens, with 25 second exposures for 30 minutes. We can see how the stars appear to trail around one central point, our North Star (Polaris), as the Earth spins on its axis and Polaris stays still in its position directly above the North Pole....
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The clearest of skies allow for this amazing 'star trails' image, the rotating earth allows for these beautiful shapes and patterns to develop. Our eyes can never see the passage of time like this but the camera can....
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Late summer is the best time for Milky Way viewing, in this image taken in August the core of our galaxy sits just above the 16" Observatory with wonderful detail of the bright, dense region at the heart of our dynamic galaxy....
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A crisp crescent moon allows the details of the lunar surface to become clear....
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Our workshops and talks are the perfect educational visit to broaden your knowledge!
Private Events
Travel through the cosmos as we bring the wonder of the dark skies to you with our inflatable planetarium. Perfect for a group setting, our astronomers will guide you across the universe with these impressive shows...
Private Events
From meteorites to space exploration, planets to satellites and everything in between, our astronomer-lead workshops are the perfect way to engage with science and astronomy for schools and community groups. With practical hand-on learning, guided by an expert astronomer there is no better way to get to grips with astronomy...
The official monthly podcast from Kielder Observatory. If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!
Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night.
