Wales Dark Sky Map
Explore stargazing locations, dark sky reserves, coastal viewpoints and discovery sites across Wales.
Explore the MapInteractive map with Bortle ratings & photo spots
Wales offers some of the finest dark skies in Britain — from International Dark Sky Reserves in the mountains to remote coastal beaches with wide, open horizons.
Use the interactive map below to find stargazing locations, check indicative Bortle ratings, get directions and discover scenic astrophotography spots marked with 📷.
Try “Bortle 3”, “Elan”, “Newgale” or any Welsh location to jump straight to a site on the map.
Interactive Dark Sky Map
Click any marker for site details, directions and Google Maps links. Use the image strip below the map to browse all locations.
Bortle values are indicative and vary with conditions. Respect private land and local guidance.
Planning a Wales stargazing trip?
Combine dark-sky locations with Andy Keen’s astrophotography workshops and guided experiences.
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