Best places for stargazing in the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains



Cambrian Escapes is off three off-the-beaten track luxury cottages between the Cambrian Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park – both renowned Dark Sky Areas.

Why Cambrian Escapes is Perfect for Stargazing

We are in a designated Bortle 2 area, which means there's minimal light pollution so you get clear uninterrupted views of the stars, planets, and the Milky Way.

You can enjoy celestial displays right from Skyloft - which has a stargazing balcony with log burner. or get out and about on our recommended stargazing trails.

Stay in one of our luxury nature hideaways and experience some of the darkest skies in the UK, perfect for spotting constellations, meteor showers, and even the Northern Lights on rare occasions.Our location ensures minimal light pollution, offering clear, uninterrupted views of the stars, planets, and the Milky Way.

Cambrian Mountains Astro Trail & Brecon Beacons Dark Sky Reserve

The Cambrian Mountains Astro Trail begins at Llyn Brianne just three miles from Cambrian Escapes. giving you a perfect starting point to explore some of the best stargazing spots in Wales.

Visit the Brecon Beacons National Park International Dark Sky Reserve and check out their favourite ten places to go stargazing.

Best Season for Stargazing at Cambrian Escapes

One of the unique advantages of Cambrian Escapes is that every season offers something new in the night sky - just remind to avoid full moon - the darker the sky the more stars you'll see.

Or embrace the full moon and go full moon bathing instead!

• Autumn: Sweeping views of the Milky Way, constellations like Cassiopeia, and meteor showers including the Orionids and Draconids.
• Winter: Crisp, long nights reveal the iconic constellation Orion and the dazzling Pleiades star cluster. Winter skies are perfect for spotting distant galaxies.
• Spring: A time for spotting planets like Venus and Jupiter, along with constellations such as Leo and Virgo. Meteor showers like the Lyrids add to the spectacle.
• Summer: Short nights, but stunning opportunities to see the core of the Milky Way, along with the Perseids meteor shower, one of the brightest displays of the year 

Stargazing Experiences

• bespoke one-to-one and group sessions and astrophotography with professional astronomers with Dark Sky Wales training services and Serydda. Book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Ready to experience the magic of dark skies? 
• Book your stargazing getaway at Cambrian Escapes



FAQ

Which is the best cottage for stargazing at Cambrian Escapes?

Skyloft has a west facing stargazing balcony which has mountain views and a log burner to keep you stargazing in style.  Or you can stargaze from the wood fired hot tub or sitting around the fire pit in Glanyrafon, the cottage by the stream.

Where do you recommend stargazing at Cambrian Escapes?

Either making the mile long hike up our hill for panoramic mountain and sky views or head out to Llyn Brianne, just 3 miles away and the beginning of the Cambrian Mountains Astro Trail. You'll see stars reflected in the lake on still nights.

What are the best places in the Brecon Beacons & Cambrian Mountains for stargazing?

Try the Brecon Beacons guide to its ten favourite stargazing locations or check out the Cambrian Mountains Astro Trail