Stargazing in London and the South East

We have lots of special places in the South East that are accredited Dark Sky sites - perfect for a spot of stargazing. There's even a spot near London which is dark enough to see the night sky in detail, so you won't have to travel far to discover the stars.

View from Bignor Hill on the Slindon Estate — The Slindon Estate has wide open skies that are perfect for stargazing

Slindon Estate, West Sussex

Free from light pollution, Bignor car park on the Slindon Estate offers a high point on the top of the South Downs.

Discover Slindon

Sunrise at Toys Hill — Enjoy a visit to Toys Hill for panoramic views day and night

Toys Hill, Kent

The panoramic countryside views from Toys Hill in Kent are breathtaking day and night. As one of the county's highest points it's the perfect spot for stargazing.

Explore Toys Hill

Wicken Fen Sunset — Sunset over Wicken Fen

Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire is famous for its big skies and they don't come much bigger than at the ancient Wicken Fen. are perfect for exploring on a family stargazing trip. The area is full of wildlife - can you hear the barn owls or muntjac deer while you're looking at the stars? The terrain is flat, but be aware the path is parallel to waterways and there is a foot-bridge to cross.

Visit Wicken Fen

A lone stag roams the parkland at Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent — There's plenty of open space at Knole to give you a good view of the sky

Knole, Kent

The top of Echo Mount as well as the car park at Knole offer great views of the night sky.

Visit Knole

Headley Heath, Surrey

This is a popular spot with local astronomy groups, who consider Headley Heath to be one of the best places in Surrey for stargazing. Keep an eye out for deer, badgers, foxes and bats. The terrain is well-maintained and flat, so it’s perfect for all the family.

Go stargazing on Headley Heath