Broughton by Night 17th Jan 2025

Name: Broughton by Night 17th Jan 2025
Start: 2025-01-17T17:30:00+00:00
End: 2025-01-17T20:45:00+00:00
Location: Broughton Sanctuary

Schedule

Fri Jan 17 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:45 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Broughton Sanctuary | Skipton, EN

Broughton by Night:
Whether you are an avid stargazer or a novice enthralled by our universe, bring your binoculars or use our powerful stargazing equipment for educative tours with an expert astronomer. Witness awe-inspiring deep sky wonders, and marvel at the cosmos up close.
For millennia we have looked skyward to navigate our earthly and spiritual worlds. The exclusive “Broughton By Night” events are a chance to immerse yourself in the magic of the night sky and foster a personal connection with the cosmos in the captivating landscape at Broughton Sanctuary. Don’t miss out on this unique and immersive stargazing experience.
Broughton By Night costs £42* per person. 50% of all bookings are reinvested in Broughton Sanctuary’s nature recovery programme.
Evening includes
5:30pm: Dining around the Fire Temple
Broughton By Night begins at our bespoke Fire Temple with a 2-course vegetarian meal around a campfire and a hot drink, setting the stage for a memorable night under the stars.
6:30pm: Guided Star Gazing
Expert astronomer Chris Higgins from Lime Tree Observatory will lead a series of interpretive star gazing evenings from November 2023 to March 2024. Explore the mysteries of the moon, planets, nebulae, star clusters, the Milky Way, and constellations while enjoying the natural serenade of nocturnal creatures.
Venue
Meet at the Fire Temple to enjoy a vegetarian curry, rice, naan bread, dessert, and a hot drink.
Proceed to the Walled Garden where astronomer Chris Higgins will be waiting with his telescope to take you on a 90-minute journey through the cosmos. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the hooting of owls and the swooping of bats.
How to Book
Our bespoke events are limited to 20 people per night. You can enjoy this experience when staying in one of our Holiday Homes. To reserve your chosen date please contact Avalon Wellbeing Centre by email to [email protected] or book online
Terms & Conditions
Broughton By Night experiences can be added to all stays over the allocated dates at Broughton Sanctuary.
Activities included in this experience are non-exchangeable, non-transferable, and non-redeemable for cash.
In the event of bad weather, the stargazing event will be held indoors at Avalon with an interactive presentation by Chris Higgins and the meal will be moved to Utopia restaurant.
Refunds will be issued for cancellations with at least 48 hours advance notice.
Prices are inclusive of VAT at the point of booking.