A Northumberland pub has added its very own planetarium with the aim of capitalising on the county's £25 million astrotourism industry.
Northumberland is home to the largest Gold Tier Skies Park in Europe and the fourth largest in the world, meaning North East residents don't have to go far to discover the wonders of the universe. While the county has five observatories, it hasn't had a permanent planetarium until now, with the Twice Brewed Inn's purpose-built one now open for business.
Led by resident astronomer, Wil Cheung, the observatory's stargazing sessions have attracted thousands of visitors since opening in 2020. And it is hoped that the addition of the planetarium, aimed to enhance the Twice Brewed's stargazing experience further, will bring even more.
