There a number of places across the county to go stargazing.
The best spots are away from light pollution from towns, cities and villages, while you’ll still be able to see the brightest stars and planets like Venus, Mars, and Jupiter, the best spots will be out of town.
In May 2016 the South Downs National Park became the world’s 13th International Dark Sky Reserve (IDSR), and there are a number of places you can go to stargaze.
All these sites are recommended by Go Stargazing, which gives advice on the best times to visit, and the South Downs National Park website.
All these sites are recommended by Go Stargazing, which gives advice on the best times to visit, and the South Downs National Park website.
5. Stargazing in Sussex
Firle Beacon Car Park, Lewes, East Sussex. Firle Beacon offers commanding views across the English Channel by day and incredible views of starry skies above the South Downs Dark Sky Reserve at night! Photo: Google Streetview
6. Stargazing in Sussex
Ditchling Beacon, Ditchling Beacon National Trust Car Park, Brighton, East Sussex. Photo: Peter Cripps
7. Stargazing in Sussex
Bignor Hill, Slindon Estate, National Trust Car Park, Bignor Hill, Pulborough, West Sussex. The site is a dark sky discovery site. Photo: Google Street View
8. Stargazing in Sussex
Harting Down, West Sussex is recommended by South Downs National Park website. It is a Dark Sky Discovery Site. Parking charges apply. National Trust members can park for free. All day parking £2.00. Pay by using the RingGo app. Photo: Malcolm Wells