The Best Stargazing Events in the UK for 2025 With Campervan Adventures
Stargazing is set to be one of the hottest travel trends of 2025, with experts calling it the best year in a decade for dazzling celestial events. According to Booking.com, more than 60% of British travellers are considering holidays to dark-sky destinations — and there’s plenty to see, from meteor showers to glowing supermoons.
roadsurfer, the global leader in campervan travel, has highlighted the top stargazing events of the year, complete with camper-friendly stops in or near the UK’s Dark Sky Reserves. With a colourful campervan as your base, you’ll have both comfort and freedom to chase the night sky.
8th September: Supermoon, Snowdonia (Eryri)
Snowdonia’s dramatic mountains provide a breathtaking backdrop for September’s supermoon. Camp at Bryn y Gwin Farm near Dolgellau for a rural stay beneath glowing lunar light.
17th October: Partial Lunar Eclipse, Exmoor
Best viewed from Exmoor Dark Sky Reserve, this partial eclipse will be visible across the UK. Cloud Farm Campsite or Porlock Caravan Park make ideal bases for an overnight stay.
21st–22nd October: Orionid Meteor Shower, Yorkshire Dales
Fragments of Halley’s Comet streak across the sky during the Orionids. Head to Usha Gap Campsite near Muker for wide horizons and clear, dark skies.
17th–18th November: Leonid Meteor Shower, Galloway Forest Park
Scotland’s first Dark Sky Park is perfect for the Leonids. Stay at Glentrool Camping Site, or make the most of Scotland’s wild camping tradition.
13th–14th December: Geminid Meteor Shower, Brecon Beacons
The Geminids are one of the year’s most spectacular showers. Ynysfaen Camping near Sennybridge puts you right in the heart of the Brecon Beacons for unbeatable views.
31st December: New Year’s Eve Supermoon, South Downs
Ring in 2026 under a supermoon in the South Downs National Park. For an eco-conscious overnight option, try The Sustainability Centre near Petersfield.
Why Choose roadsurfer for Stargazing Trips?
Beyond their eye-catching campervans, roadsurfer is known for customer care. Every renter receives a full briefing with videos, images, and how-to guides. On the road, a 24-hour hotline ensures peace of mind, while each van comes stocked with kitchen equipment, camping gear, and a “Happy Bag” of goodies.
With rental stations in London, Bristol, Manchester, and Edinburgh, picking up your van is easy. Families will love the Surfer Suite, a 4.9m camper with seating and sleeping for four, plus a pop-up roof, integrated kitchenette, outdoor shower, and plenty of storage. Prices start from £77 per night (based on September 2025 travel).
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