NORTH MOLTON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A garden beneath an eclipsed sun: watching the Moon take a bite out of daylight at The Poltimore Inn, North Molton
A guided late‑afternoon/early‑evening event to view the partial solar eclipse through a telescope with expert guidance and family‑friendly solar activities in a garden setting.
A garden beneath an eclipsed sun: watching the Moon take a bite out of daylight at The Poltimore Inn, North Molton.
Set in the garden at The Poltimore Inn in North Molton, this guided Solar Eclipse Celebration brings a telescope and expert guidance to a late‑afternoon/early‑evening viewing of the partial solar eclipse, with simple solar activities provided for any children attending.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Partial solar‑eclipse viewing through a telescope
Guests will view the partial solar eclipse—watching the Moon partially cover the Sun—through a telescope brought by the operator, enabling safe, close observation of the phenomenon.
Expert astronomer guidance
The celebration includes expert guidance to help guests understand what they are seeing and to learn about the stars, with commentary and direction during the eclipse viewing.
Garden gathering at The Poltimore Inn
All activities and viewing take place in the garden at The Poltimore Inn in North Molton, providing a relaxed, family‑friendly environment for the celestial event.
What the day feels like
How the celebration unfolds
Across roughly four hours in the late afternoon and into the evening, the event centers in the Inn’s garden: guests gather, an operator‑provided telescope is used to view the Sun safely as the Moon moves across it, and simple solar activities are staged for children alongside guided commentary about the eclipse and the stars.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this celebration suits and who should consider other options.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The celebration is scheduled for Wednesday 12th August 2026, taking place in the late afternoon and into the early evening; listed duration is 4 hours.
The operator provides a telescope that allows guests to view the Sun in complete safety; no additional specialist viewing equipment is stated as required.
The event is hosted by The Poltimore Inn in North Molton and takes place in the garden on site.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the Solar Eclipse Celebration held?
Wednesday 12th August 2026, in the late afternoon/early evening.
How long does the event last?
The listed duration is 4 hours.
Where does the event take place?
In the garden at The Poltimore Inn in North Molton.
Will I be able to view the Sun safely?
Yes — the operator brings a telescope to allow guests to view the Sun in complete safety.
Are there activities for children?
Yes — simple 'Solar' activities are provided for any children attending.
Who is operating the celebration?
The event is run by The Poltimore Inn.