| Exmoor Dark Skies Festival to Mark its 10th Anniversary |
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| Credit Shaun Davey |
| Businesses, organisations and event hosts are invited to be part of a milestone celebration of Exmoor’s internationally recognised dark skies, with sponsorship and advertising opportunities too. |
| Exmoor National Park is preparing to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival in 2026, with plans for an extra-special programme of events highlighting the magic of Exmoor after dark.Visitors and local communities can look forward to a wide range of experiences, from nocturnal wildlife walks to inspiring talks and unforgettable outdoor activities. The festival brings together partners, local businesses and organisations from across Greater Exmoor, to help people discover and enjoy Europe’s first International Dark Sky Reserve. It attracts people from across the country while supporting Exmoor’s visitor economy. Festival Organiser Julie Colman said: “The Exmoor Dark Skies Festival has grown into a much-loved celebration of our incredible night skies, and the 10th anniversary is a wonderful opportunity to make the programme even more special. We would love to hear from businesses, community groups and organisations with ideas for events and activities for the anniversary programme, which will help people experience Exmoor after dark in engaging and memorable ways.” Anyone interested in hosting an event as part of the 2026 festival is asked to contact Julie Colman, Festival Organiser, at ruralenterprise@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk. Businesses are also being invited to take advantage of advertising opportunities in the official festival programme. A total of 7,000 copies will be distributed across Somerset and Devon, giving advertisers visibility among visitors and residents planning their festival experience. A headline sponsorship opportunity is also available, offering prominent association with one of Exmoor’s flagship events.For advertising or sponsorship enquiries, contact ruralenterprise@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk or find more information at www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/darkskiesfestival |
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