Welcome to Dark Sky Scotland!
Scotland has some of the best areas of dark sky in Europe which offer spectacular views of the stars and planets. Come along to our events to enjoy the night sky and find out how astronomers are delving ever deeper into the wonders of the Universe.
Telescope images: Duncan Smith
Our initial programme finished at the end of March this year, after running activities
in 40 locations! We are seeking funding to run activities in 2008 and
on through 2009, which
is
the International Year of Astronomy. It will
allow us to continue running our highly accessible and well-received activities
throughout Scotland. Have a look at our
end of project report
Constellation Project for Primary Schools
Following the success of the Highland Constellation Project during 2007/8, artist Gill Russell and Astronomer Royal for Scotland, Professor John Brown have teamed up to lead a Primary Schools Constellation Project. This will be running as part of International Year of Astronomy 2009. Have a look at the project's website to find out more, and how to get involved.
Summer Observing Events
Many organisations will be running observing activities for family audiences:
The Highlands Astronomical Society will be holding an open-day at the Eastgate shopping centre in Inverness on September 6th, followed by a public observing session at their new observatory, which opened in June this year.
Astronomical Society of Glasgow
Coates Observatory
Dark Sky Scotland Activities
To get a flavour of what kind of things we do, they can be split into...
Upcoming events
Our initial programme is now complete. Details of forthcoming events will appear here soon, so check to see if we'll be near you.
Recent Events
To see where we have been so far, check out our past activities page.