Dark skies festival - Astrophotography in the Doone Valley
Ever wanted to learn about capturing the beauty of the Exmoor landscape and dark skies at night time?
- Booking essential
Join local photographer Mark Johnson to learn how to capture the beauty of the Exmoor landscape and dark skies at night time.
You'll learn how to make the darkness come alive with your camera, capturing the stars, moon or lights and landscape depending on conditions.
Tickets are £15 for adults and £8 for children, please bring your own cameras with you and dress for the weather.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Standard Ticket | £15.00 |
| Child Standard Ticket | £8.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
This event involves some walking. Paths may be uneven, grassy or rocky. Toilets are available on site.
- Meeting point
We will be meeting at 6 in the car park at Lorna Doone Valley (What 3 words location: ///serenade.cape.hint) before heading out to capture the dark sky.
- Suitability for children
Children aged 12+ welcome
- What to bring and wear
You will need Tripod, a camera and warm clothes, but no experience is necessary.
Upcoming events
Foraging basket workshop
Join local basket maker Jane and learn how to make a foraging basket from local willow.
Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley
Take part in a guided walk of the Doone Valley and discover the beauty of the Exmoor landscape.
Dark Skies Festival - Night Hike
Take part in a hike through the Doone Valley after dark to discover some of the best stargazing spots.
Dark skies festival - Fireside story telling
Gather around the fire pit and listen to enchanting children's stories under the stars at Lorna Doone Valley.