Dark Skies Festival: Fireside & Stars Overnight Experience
Schedule
Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Yorebridge House | Leyburn, EN
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Dark Skies Festival: Fireside & Stars Experience27th February
Whether you join us for the evening or choose to stay the night and wake to a stunning Yorkshire Dales morning, this is an unforgettable way to celebrate the Dark Skies Festival.
Wrap up warm, gather by the fire, and lose yourself in the wonder of the winter night sky.
An Evening Under the Stars
As dusk settles, you’ll be welcomed with warming drinks and the glow of our outdoor firepits, setting the scene for a relaxed, winter’s evening.
Bonfire-Style Supper by the Firepits
Enjoy a cosy, fireside supper inspired by classic bonfire nights. Expect hearty seasonal dishes, and plenty of time to unwind by the flames.
Guided Stargazing with a Local Astronomer
Once fed and warmed, step into the darkness for a guided stargazing experience led by expert astronomer Richard Darn.
Learn to navigate the night sky, spot constellations and planets, and — weather permitting — explore deep-sky objects through telescopes provided.
Beginners are very welcome.
Stay the Night — and Wake to the Dales (optional but highly recommended)
Why not turn your evening into a full escape?
If you choose to stay, you’ll experience the beauty of the Dales after dark, followed by a beautiful, peaceful morning in one of England’s darkest-sky locations.
Arrival & Welcome
Arrive before nightfall, settle into your room, and enjoy warm drinks as the fires are lit and the evening begins.
After stargazing, retreat to your accommodation for a deeply restful night surrounded by quiet skies and open countryside.
Morning Breakfast
Wake slowly to a relaxed breakfast the following morning — the perfect end to your Dark Skies experience.
Experience Options & Prices
Overnight Experience (includes supper, stargazing & breakfast)
House Room — £295
Hot Tub Room — £345
Kariega — £395
Meadow Suite — £420
Evening Experience Only (no accommodation)
Astronomer Evening with Supper — £35 per person
https://yorebridgehouse.co.uk/
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Where is it happening?
Yorebridge House, Yorebridge House, Holmbrae, Leyburn, DL8 3, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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