Dark Skies Experiences at… Kit List
This Kit List only applies to the following ‘Dark Skies Experiences’
This Kit List does not apply to any of our other stargazing experiences..
At the top of the kit list, you’ll find the compulsory items—these are essential for your safety and must be with you to start your activity with us.
These items are carefully selected to ensure both your safety and the safety of the group, which is our top priority at Large Outdoors. Your guide or activity leader will make the final call on whether you're ready to take part, and they may ask you to sit out if they feel it’s not safe for you or the group.
Beneath the compulsory items, you’ll find a list of recommended kit. While these aren’t required, they’ll help make your adventure more comfortable and enjoyable.
If you have any questions about the kit, or if you’re wondering whether your fitness level is right for the experience you’ve booked, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re here to help!
👉 Refer to the Acknowledgement of Risk and Fitness/Equipment section in our Terms & Conditions for more details.
COMPULSORY
Waterproof Jacket & Trousers - There is an indoor contingency plan if the weather’s not on our side for stargazing, but it’s worth having waterproofs with you to ensure you stay dry when moving around the experience location if the weather is wet.
Sturdy Footwear - A good pair of walking boots or sturdy shoes that you’d go for a walk in. There will be a short walk from the parking area to the outdoors area we’re using for stargazing and we may come across a mix of terrain (e.g. grass, gravel, wooden decking, paving, tarmac). You’ll be outside for 2-3 hours, so please make sure your footwear is appropriate and will keep your feet warm.
Warm Clothes (layers advised) - Bring plenty of layers to ensure you keep warm - you’ll be outside for 2-3 hours and not moving around that much, so it’s important to keep wrapped up.
Hat & Gloves (waterproof advised) - You need to keep your head, hands and neck warm - a hat paired with a buff and some waterproof gloves is ideal.
Personal First Aid Kit - Whatever personal medication you need, if required. All of our walk leaders/guides are first-aid trained.
Head Torch - This must be a head torch, not the torch on your mobile phone! The ideal head torch for our Dark Skies Experiences will have a red light function, but this isn’t essential.
Mobile Phone - It’s always good practice to have your mobile phone with you when exploring the outdoors, in case of emergency, but we’ll also be able to share some of the photos we take with one of our telescopes during the evening.
Recommended Kit
Rucksack / Backpack / Small Bag - Feel free to carry your spare layers or any food/water you may wish to bring along in a small bag.
Flask (of your favourite hot drink) - We will be supplying tea and coffee during these evening experiences, but if you have a favourite brew you hate to be without, or specific dietary requirements, please feel free to bring along your own.