Find more information about our stargazing experience below
Experience the incredible starry skies above Northumberland with astronomers from the Stargazing team at the Twice Brewed Inn. Located within the protected Dark Sky park, the venue benefits from minimal light pollution, meaning you’ll have a clear view of the Milky Way arching across the sky and see thousands more stars than can normally be spotted from our towns and cities.
To make a booking please visit our booking page.
You’ll enjoy an inspiring astronomical presentation, before heading outdoors for a laser guided tour of the constellations. Using large aperture telescopes, you’ll be able to observe planets, galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. In poor weather, our team is ready with fun, interactive indoor activities, virtual planetarium experiences and of course, when there’s a gap in the clouds, we’ll get you outside straight away.
The Stargazing team share a common enthusiasm for astronomy and an eagerness to excite and inspire. The team comprises enthusiastic astronomers, as well as several academic experts and instrument scientists. We communicate our passion and knowledge in a way that is accessible to all, regardless of age or experience, and always prioritise the practical side of astronomy.
Our brand new lecture theatre room has space for up to 55 people. Stargazers will begin their journey here, with introductions from our expert astronomers.
There’s lots of excitement in here allowing us to create an interactive education space for every age, interest and ability!
Spring skies & Planetarium experience
Virtual night sky at Planetarium
The above events often have earlier start times so are suitable for children
Our purpose built 360 degree immersive dome brings to life the universe. See the aurora as if you are in the arctic circle, travel through Nebula, fly through Saturn’s rings and much more! Suitable for all ages – we have family specific shows, aimed at younger children.
Shows are held regularly on weekdays and weekends throughout Autumn/Winter & extra shows are put on during School Holidays.
Merchandise & shop available
To make a booking please visit our booking page.
Guests can pre-book sessions on line.
(Should the film you would like to see not be pre-bookable online, then Twice Brewed Staff will be happy to change the option to the film they would like to watch, pending that there is no one already booked onto that event.)
The Planetarium is available for private bookings at any time, pre-booking is essential.
Weekdays there are 2 scheduled events at 3pm & 4pm. These vary between ‘The Little Star that Could’, ‘We Are Aliens’ and ‘From Earth to the Universe’.
Saturdays – there are 2 scheduled events at 3pm & 4pm. These vary between ‘The Little Star that Could’, ‘We Are Aliens’ and ‘From Earth to the Universe’.
Sundays – there are 2 scheduled events from 11am to 5pm
If you just show up and fancy a visit to our Planetarium, you can just pay at the desk on arrival.
A great show, plus fun, interactive activities following the shows such as selfie boards and pop through astronauts and space themed colouring pads within Twice Brewed Inn. Meal deals are also available throughout the Winter months.
(more information on availability can be found on the booking page once you click the link for the event you want to book)
Our indoor multimedia planetarium experience has 4 main feature shows:
Midweek & Weekend shows often available
Please let us know if there are particular dates you require for a group and we will try our best to accommodate
Extra shows added during School Holidays
The planetarium meal deal allows entry to a pre-booked show of your choice (4 to choose from) and provides a voucher towards your meal, before or after the show, in Twice Brewed Inn.
Ticket to a planetarium show and £9.50 voucher to redeem on the same day from our menu. (Aged 4-12.)
Ticket to a planetarium show and £12.50 voucher to redeem on the same day from our menu (13yrs+)
Meal deal applies between 12 and 5 – You can eat at a time to suit you before of after your booked show
Please note: Weeknight pizza deal does not apply to the above School Holiday meal deal.
Ticket only option also available: £6.50 Children 4-12 (Under 4’s free) & £8.50 Adults (13 yrs+)
We are delighted to welcome schools, groups and organisations to our planetarium for exciting, educational showings. We can accommodate up to 30 adults/children and offer a range of shows to suit your syllabus and age range.
Dates & times are entirely flexible to suit your needs.
We have capacity for up to 24 people, you can make yourselves comfortable in our reclined chairs, which enjoys the warmth of underfloor heating on cooler days.
Company Number : OC398825
VAT number : 211 1057 76
The Twice Brewed Inn, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland
NE47 7AN
