SAS Starbeque @ Millshields Dark Sky site

SAS Starbeque event at Derwent Reservoir Car Park.

• Date:  Saturday 11th September 2021,
• Time: From 7 pm until very late, observing afterwards if weather is favorable.
• Venue: Will take place at at Derwent Reservoir located at our Millshield dark sky site.

This is our traditional celebration of the return of darker nights and, as in previous years a preseason event starter. 

The event is free to attend (members,  invited guests & the public) though you will need to supply your own barbeque goodies (for e,g, food, disposable barbies, etc), scopes, etc.

Note: There is now a car parking charge of £1.50 for the night Millfields Car Park.

There is usually lots of scopes of all shapes and sizes, so if you are a prospective/new member that’s no problemo.

Bring disposable Barbeques or prepared meals, snacks, etc.

Travel Directions & Weather Conditions

Depending upon where you are travelling from there are a number of routes to the Millshields dark sky site.

For example, Washington Wetlands Centre to the Powhill dark sky site (based around Millshield car park & picnic area) it’s approximately 26 miles and takes approx. 45 minutes.

The following example route and available directions shown through a selection of images (c/o Google Maps/Street view).