Dark Skies CumbriaSaving Our Night Skies Cumbria's dark skies allow us to see the natural wonder of the stars, but are also critical for the health wildlife and our own natural well-being. Sadly light pollution in Cumbria is increasing each year, threatening to obscure our view of the stars and blinding and confusing animals so they can’t feed or find a mate. We need urgent action now to stop light pollution. Stargazers, photographers, wildlife lovers and local communities… please help. Or you can give by text to 70085. Just message DARKSKIES along with your chosen donation amount (eg DARKSKIES 5 to donate £5). Standard message rates apply. The Lake District and Cumbria offers some of the most spectacular and precious skyscapes in England and we want you to join us on an interstellar adventure. Download our Dark Sky Discovery Pack and get started today! Dark Skies Cumbria Dark Skies - Events and Activities Project News About Stargazing Tips Reducing Light Pollution Light Policy and Guidance Chorlton Craftivists' Blinded by the Light art trail Friends of the Lake District Member and ‘craftivist’ Danielle helped inspire an outdoor art trail to raise awareness about light pollution during Chorlton Arts Festival in September. You can see all the displays in people's gardens here, some of which are still on display: See art trail gallery> As part of the campaign she also produced a beautifully illustrated and fact-packed handbook ‘Blinded by the Light’: See Blinded by the Light campaign Light Pollution Awareness HandbookA great initiative, well done everyone! Manage Cookie Preferences