Dark Skies Festival Activities
Dark Skies Festival – The Yorkshire Dales & Moors Dark Skies Festival is back for 2023, with our very popular Dark Skies activities running weekends from the 3rd February – 18th March. How Stean Gorge are proud to be hosting our Dark Skies Activities once again along with our Pizza Nights on Saturday evenings throughout the festival.
The Yorkshire Dales National Park has now officially been granted the status of an ‘International Dark Sky Reserve’. Making it one of the best places in the world to view the skies above.
Dates are now available book for the 2023 Dark Skies Festival
Glide and paddle your rafted Canoe along Scar House Reservoir surrounded by the moon and stars (weather permitting)
Ever thought of having a go at Star Gazing? Scar House Reservoir is 1 of 3 places in the Nidderdale AONB which is designated as a Dark Sky Discovery Site.
Lets paddle to the stars..
7pm – 8.30pm
Only £39 per person
Hungry? Pre order a pizza in our Glass floored cafe, our popular Pizza nights will also be available during the Dark Skies festival nights from 5pm – 7pm these can be paid for on arrival (not included in the Dark Skies Activities)
Booking is Essential for both Dark Skies Activities & Pre Orders for Pizzas
Arrive early if you would like FREE entrance to our Gorge & Caves Visitor Attraction
What is an International Dark Sky Reserve? ”An IDA International Dark Sky Reserve is a public or private land possessing an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and nocturnal environment that is specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural, heritage and/or public enjoyment…….”
PLEASE NOTE: IF CANOEING IS NOT POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER, AN ALTERNATIVE ACTIVITY WILL BE PROVIDED. WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE REFUNDS FOR THESE SPECIAL EVENTS DUE TO ADDITIONAL COSTS.
If your chosen date is unable to go ahead because of adverse weather conditions (e.g its too windy) another activity will be provided
Come along as planned but do an alternative activity:
- Our famous 45′ Abseil and Gorge Walk
- Our Via Ferrata High Wire Adventure
- Our Nidderdale Caving Experience
Also check out our Facebook Page for updates – and for photos as these activities are also great at night!