Embrace winter with fresh air, star-gazing and warm waters.
Escape to the Lakes this winter and immerse yourself in our Dark Skies experience. This themed weekend is ideal for those who love nature, serenity and are interested in the night sky. Our remote location provides the perfect place to glimpse star-filled skies, spot constellations and maybe even a lucky shooting star!
By day you’ll enjoy activities such as climbing and swinging with a starry theme, give our stomp rocket challenge a go, learn more about solar observing with Cockermouth Astrological Society and enjoy an art workshop with Juno Lowther where you’ll create a dark skies themed painting.
Our themed weekends are great for adults, families and groups of all abilities and a wonderful opportunity to try something new in the heart of the Lake District.
Activities
- Star gazing session with hot chocolate and marshmallows from the col on Dodd Wood
- Day-time solar observing and talk by Cockermouth Astronomical Society
- Stomp rocket challenge: stamp on an air-powered rocket to launch it to its maximum height and distance.
- Rock & rope indoor climbing challenge with starry theme
- Art workshop with Juno Lowther – take away your own starry painting (new design for 2026)
- Warm bathing in our hydrotherapy pool under a starry sky
What’s included?
- Two nights accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments
- Three activities
- Access to the hydrotherapy pool, games room and communal spaces
- A dedicated instructor throughout your stay
- Plenty of fun!