Astronomers recommend choosing elevated stargazing locations with clear, unobstructed views towards the western horizon for the best experience.
Bristol
Top stargazing spots in Bristol include The Downs Sea Walls viewpoint in Clifton, where you can join Bristol astronomers, as well as Victoria Park, Brandon Hill and Cabot Tower.
Wales
Recommended places for stargazing in Wales include Cardiff, the Gower Peninsula, Swansea and Rest Bay Beach in Porthcawl.
Wiltshire
Explore the night sky at Warminster Town Park with the Starquest Astronomy Club, Cley Hill, Avebury Stone Circle and Barbury Castle.
Gloucestershire
Popular Gloucestershire stargazing locations include Cleeve Hill near Cheltenham, Robinswood Hill in Gloucester and Chosen Hill.
Somerset
Visit Wells Cathedral Green with the Wells & Mendip Astronomers, Beckford Tower with the Bath Astronomers or Little Solsbury Hill for excellent night-sky views.
Devon
Devon offers outstanding stargazing opportunities at Exmoor National Park, the Norman Lockyer Observatory in Sidmouth and The Poltimore Inn in North Molton, where you can join the Space Detectives.
South West and Cornwall
Stargazing highlights include Lowery Cross Car Park in Plymouth with the Plymouth Astronomical Society, along with Penzance and Sennen near Land’s End.
Isles of Scilly
On St Mary’s Island, enjoy dark-sky views from Hugh Town and the west-facing beaches. You can also visit the Community Observatory on St Martin’s.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk