There are few places in the UK where you  can clearly see the Milky Way and even the  Andromeda Galaxy.  The Galloway Astronomy Centre is such a  place. Located approx 20 miles south of the  Internationally recognised Gold Award Dark  Sky Park at the Galloway Forest. With our  beautiful night sky free of light pollution  viewing the planets, nebulae or galaxies is  unforgettable.  Whether you are deeply interested in Astronomy or you just  want to experience seeing a sky full of stars, we can take  you on a journey around our Solar System and far beyond to  see the many wonders of the Universe.  Night sky tours are available to non residents too.  Please bring warm clothes, coats and hats - it can be cold at  night at any time of the year.  Do you have a star named after you? Just let us know the  details and we can advise the best time of year to visit to see  your star. Our primary aim at the Centre is to ensure guests get  maximum enjoyment from a visit.  ------------ Choosing a telescope from the huge range available can be  difficult. Our course Buying a Telescope will help you select  the right one for you. Even try out our demonstration  telescopes. If you struggle with the telescope you already own our  Setting Up a Telescope course will get you out there  enjoying the sky as you intended.  New for 2018 We have a 2 bed caravan sleeping maximum of 6 persons at the nearby Monreith Sands Holiday Park. Click here for details. Experience for yourself our friendly, informal hospitality and truly dark skies.

Please note that the cottage and observatory are non smoking throughout

There is a lot available at the Centre: Scope Shop - Skywatcher and Celestron Telescope Supplier Astronomy Courses - learn more about telescopes or the Night Sky Advice on Telescopes and Accessories Gift Vouchers - Buy someone you know a visit to the stars

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© Galloway Astronomy Centre 2018                                   All images are copyright – M Alexander unless otherwise stated

Galloway Astronomy Centre - check on Google Earth for our location Lat: 54:43:29N    Long: 04:28:25W    Height above sea level   84m

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The location for anyone wanting to see thousands of stars in a dark sky.

There are few places in the UK where  you can clearly see the Milky Way and  even the Andromeda Galaxy.  The Galloway Astronomy Centre is  such a place. Located approx 20 miles  south of the Internationally recognised  Gold Award Dark Sky Park at the  Galloway Forest. With our beautiful  night sky free of light pollution viewing  the planets, nebulae or galaxies is  unforgettable.  Whether you are deeply interested in  Astronomy or you just want to  experience seeing a sky full of stars,  we can take you on a journey around  our Solar System and far beyond to  see the many wonders of the  Universe.  Night sky tours are available to non residents too.  Please bring warm clothes, coats and hats - it can be cold at  night at any time of the year.  Do you have a star named after you? Just let us know the  details and we can advise the best time of year to visit to see  your star. Our primary aim at the Centre is to ensure guests get maximum  enjoyment from a visit.  ---------- Choosing a telescope from the huge range available can be  difficult. Our course Buying a Telescope will help you select  the right one for you. Even try out our demonstration  telescopes. If you struggle with the telescope you already own our Setting  Up a Telescope course will get you out there enjoying the sky  as you intended. New for 2018 We have a 2 bed caravan sleeping maximum of 6 persons at the nearby Monreith Sands Holiday Park. Click here for details. Experience for yourself our friendly, informal hospitality and truly dark skies.

There is a lot available at the Centre: Scope Shop - Skywatcher and Celestron Telescope Supplier Astronomy Courses - learn more about telescopes or the Night Sky Advice on Telescopes and Accessories Gift Vouchers - Buy someone you know a visit to the stars

Made with Xara

© Galloway Astronomy Centre 2018                                    All images are copyright – M Alexander unless otherwise stated

Galloway Astronomy Centre - check on Google Earth for our location Lat: 54:43:29N    Long: 04:28:25W    Height above sea level   84m

“It’s the best view I’ve ever had” - Prof Ian Morison (Jodrell Bank)

Check Room Availability Here

The location for anyone wanting to see thousands of stars in a dark sky.