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Kielder Observatory

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Kielder Observatory is an astronomical attraction at Kielder Water & Forest Park run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society with an access programme to enable people to find out more about astronomy, covering all levels of interest and inclu

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Opening Times

01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008
01/01/2009 - 31/12/2009

Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
External Viewpoint FreeFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Road Directions

OS map re. NY 609933
Follow the C200 road past Kielder Water towards Kielder Village. Parking at the (Skyspace signed) carpark 200m off the public road, the sculpture is a 1 mile walk up the forest road. The Observatory is a further 0.5 miles further on vehicular access is allowed to Skyspace but visitors will get a key witch are available from Kielder visitor centres, the local shop, the Anglers Arms in Kielder village and from the Calvert Trust.
Vehicular access is allowed to The Observatory for events.

Facilities

Provider Features

  • Forest Location
  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - During planned astronomical events.
  • Ramp / Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking - Parking on site free during astronomical events

Kielder Observatory

Kielder
Northumberland
NE48 1ER

Tel: +44 01434 250209

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