OrionTheHunter

either that or try and just meet up with some people local to you

Thanks ... I looked into the joining an astronomical society but the local one costs £25 to be a member! A bit expensive for me, so the latter option seems more practical.

Agree, far better to have less quality outings than many poor ones. Dark sites totally change your perspective on astronomy..:)

I think dark sites and LP cities (in my case) are both fun to work with. They require different skills, planning, and more importanly - expectations but can both offer equal moments of joy.

Thank you! I am hoping to stargaze somewhere that has a fence or wall to block out much of the light pollution while in the town, but hopefully I can go somewhere darker soon. It's horrible having such an interesting hobby and being limited.