Christmas Under the Stars – County Durham
Escape the festive hustle and bustle with a magical evening of astronomy at Grassholme Observatory, wrapped in the peace of the Teesdale countryside.
Journey through the winter night sky to discover sparkling seasonal constellations, distant galaxies and nebulae, and, weather permitting, observe breathtaking celestial objects through the observatory’s powerful telescopes.
Inside the immersive classroom, you’ll travel across the cosmos as the team reveals the stories behind the stars, with the chance to handle genuine meteorites, visit the observatory and warm up with festive refreshments in the lounge. A unique way to celebrate the season for families, friends or as a gift.
Dates: Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, Sunday 27th and Wednesday 30th December 2026
