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Dark Skies

 

  

 

Project Lead: Cairngorms Astronomy Group and TGLP

What is the project?

To achieve and maintain Dark Sky Park status, an official recognition of low levels of light pollution and good public access

What are the main achievements?

  • International recognised Dark Sky Park status awarded on 29th November 2018. Dark Sky Park Launch event video
  • New street lighting in communities.
  • New or altered ‘dark sky friendly’ lighting at distilleries, farm buildings and residential properties.
  • Official Dark Sky Discovery Sites and public access infrastructure.
  • Logo for the Tomintoul & Glenlivet – Cairngorms Dark Sky Park developed.
  • New Dark Sky Park entry signs on 3 main roads.
  • Information on area and visitor facing websites.
  • Dark Sky Park leaflet and Light Amnesty leaflet produced.
  • Events and activities held.
  • Improved night time environment because of reduced glare from unnecessary and / or poorly adjusted lighting.

 

Thanks to those who have made a fantastic effort to reduce light pollution.

To find out more about the Dark Sky Park, please visit https://www.cairngormsdarkskypark.org/