Solar Eclipse Gathering

A Once-in-a-Generation Event: Solar Eclipse on Truleigh Hill 🌒

Wednesday 12th August 2026  6:00pm – 8:15pm

Tickets: £6 per person (Includes a pair of specialist Solar Eclipse glasses)

Join us on the farm for an unforgettable evening under the sky! On Wednesday 12th August, the UK will experience its most spectacular solar eclipse since 1999. With up to 90% of the sun covered by the moon, this is the closest we will get to a total eclipse in the British Isles for decades—the next one won’t happen until 2081!

Gather your family & friends, pack your favourite picnic, bring your blankets, and settle into the beautiful private field opposite the Truleigh Centre to watch this celestial wonder unfold.

⏱️ The Timings:

6:18pm – First Contact: The moon begins its journey across the sun.

7:14pm – The Maximum: The peak of the eclipse, where the sun will be beautifully obscured.

8:07pm – The Finale: The moon moves clear of the sun’s disk, wrapping up a magical evening.

⛺ Make a Night of It: Wild Camping Option

Want to stay a little longer and enjoy the peace of the farm after the sun goes down & the Persids Meteor Shower 💫 We are offering a limited number of overnight camping pitches.

Cost: £16 per person

Availability: limited to 10 pitches / tents

Timings: Arrive to set up your tent from 2:00pm on Wednesday; pack away by 12:00pm (midday) on Thursday 13th August. 

📝 Key Information:

Location: Parking, picnicking, and Eclipse viewing will all take place in a private field directly opposite the Truleigh Centre.

Facilities: Toilet facilities are available just a short walk away down at the Truleigh Centre.

Safety First: Your safety is paramount, which is why a pair of specialist solar eclipse viewing glasses is included with every ticket.

Spaces for this rare event are limited, especially for camping. Grab your tickets, pack your picnic, and let’s celebrate the alignment of the sun and moon together up high on the hill!