Fell Lodge, Preston

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

• ✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
• ✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
• ✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
• ✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Fell Lodge sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

Best Stargazing Conditions

• ✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
• ✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
• ✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
• ✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

Location & Elevation

Fell Lodge sits in a peaceful Lancashire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

• ✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
• ✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
• ✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
• ✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

Coordinates

Latitude: 53.8268854° N | Longitude: 2.5955175° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Preston (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

Planning Your Days by Season

• ✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
• ✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
• ✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
• ✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

July Daylight

This month in Preston, you have approximately 16.70 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Fell Lodge.

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

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