1/4/2024 0 Comments Sky zone open near me![]() ![]() ![]() Warm, waterproof clothing and sensible shoes and a torch are essential for these dark places. Please note: When accessing dark sky discovery sites, the ground underfoot can be rough, wet and muddy. ![]() The astronomy interpretation panels in place at these sites will help people to explore the night skies. These sites are easily accessible and are well known for their panoramic views in the day time. The Arbor Low and Minninglow panels are both beside the High Peak Trail. Minninglow, off the A5102 at Pikehall (nearest postcode DE4 2PN).Parsley Hay, off the A515 near Hartington (nearest postcode SK17 0DG).Surprise View, off the A6187 near Hathersage.There are now 3 dark sky sites at national park car parks located at: The Peak District National Park Authority, Nottingham Trent University and the Science and Technology Facilities Council have been working together to identify dark sky discovery sites where there are good conditions for stargazing. We are looking to pursue international recognition for the quality of the national park's night skies. We are working with others to ensure that our special landscapes and skies are there for future generations to enjoy. The Peak District National Park is lived in and visited by many and is an area of the countryside that currently has some dark skies. Not only does light pollution have an impact on people's enjoyment of the night sky, it has also been shown to have an impact on quality of life, as well as wasting energy. Light pollution is artificial light that shines where it is neither wanted nor needed. Unless we act now, there is the potential for future generations to grow up never experiencing the wonder and beauty of a truly dark night sky. However, over the past 100 years, our skies have become more difficult to view as they have become obscured by man-made light pollution. It is also amazing to think that with the naked eye we can view our neighbouring galaxy, Andromeda, which is 2.5 million light years away. The night sky is inspiring, from the thousands of stars visible on a clear dark night, to the arc of nebulous light rising across the sky that is our Galaxy, the Milky Way. ![]()
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