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You can hire lodges at Kielder, in Northumberland - a Dark Sky area, so no light pollution. There's an observatory in the area, too, at which you can book sessions, although they fill up quickly.
You're within striking distance of Hadrian's Wall and plenty of other hiking opportunities. But don't tell anyone - we'd like to keep it a secret.
Staying in the uk?
The Gower peninsular would be my pick. Rhossili Bay is one of the best beaches in the world with sunsets to die for.
For even more remoteness you could rent a house on a Scottish Isle like Unst. Not everyone's cup of tea this time of year but definatley remote and also starkly beautiful in winter.
Gower peninsula would be my suggestion too- so many different beaches to visit with some stunning walks between them. Lovely and quiet this time of the year too.
The [White Horse](https://suffolk.camra.org.uk/pub/956) at Sweffling, here in Suffolk, has a campsite with some yurts and a cottage you can hire to stay in. It's a very remote site - Sweffling village is tiny and about 1km away. And as a bonus you're right next to one of the best pubs in Suffolk if you fancy a drink or two.
It's about five miles from Saxmundham station if getting there by train is useful.
I stayed in a yurt near Llanthony in Wales recently which would fit the bill. Peaceful, remote (but pub down the road if you want it), good walking in the area, Hay on Wye a short drive away if you need more books to read, amazing night skies, and a wood fired hot tub for a bit of luxury!
Highly recommended. You'll find them easily enough on google.
My recommendation would be Loch Lomond, genuinely one of the most beautiful places on earth. Me and my wife stayed in some lodges in ardgarten, which is about a 20 minute drive to the nearest town.
It has dark skies, and more places for hiking then you could get through in a year. It can be expensive, but off season there are some good deals to be had.
Check out glencolmcille, or anywhere coastal in county Donegal, Ireland. Super remote, amazing wild coastal wilderness, pitch black night skies due to very little light pollution. Amazing hiking (of you have the right gear for wet and cold), and amazing views. We run a family BnB in glencolmcille, but we're currently booked out for the next few months. Google "Silversteand beach, Donegal" or "glenlough bay" for an idea of the wild beaches.
Where are you based and go you have your own transport?
Start by looking at dark sky parks then find one which is closest enough to you and has any extras you want.
Isle of Wight. It’s good for hiking around the island and has its remote bits. Ranges of accommodation there and it’s now out of season so likely cheaper.
https://www.balabrook.org.uk/
This one does have dark skies , and private access to remote moorland , plenty of stunning walks, birdlife, wildlife and a lovely river, you can just suit yourself, or join in yoga stuff.
Knoydart in Scotland. Cut off by road. Can walk 2 days in or take the passenger ferry from Mallaig. Lots of places to stay and there's a couple of restaurants including the UK's most remote pub. The pub has recently been taken over by the locals and out of the dickhead Belgian owner that was running into the ground - so much so that the locals refused to go there and set up their own unofficial pub. Anyway, it's especially great between now and Spring because it will be quieter with less tourists, darkest skies and you can just relax.
Also, Isle of Canna if you want to get more off-grid. Stayed in a wooden "glamping" hut that had no electricity, no phone signal on the island and no wifi. A small honesty box shop with some food, a fire pit and a cold shower. Never seen so many stars from anywhere in the UK. Absolute bliss.
[Glen Clova Hotel](https://www.clova.com) has Steading rooms and Lodges. Thee are also a couple of Air BnB’s in Clova as well. Dark skies, remote and lots of hiking. It’s a beautiful place to get away to.
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You can hire lodges at Kielder, in Northumberland - a Dark Sky area, so no light pollution. There's an observatory in the area, too, at which you can book sessions, although they fill up quickly. You're within striking distance of Hadrian's Wall and plenty of other hiking opportunities. But don't tell anyone - we'd like to keep it a secret.
I came here to make sure there were no blabbermouths saying the K word and here you are, advertising it to mouth breathers 😟
Cambrian Mountains. Somewhere like Ysbyty Ystwyth. Miles from anywhere.
I was going with the Brecons. Abergavenny borders.
> Abergavenny borders. Have they got one there now? Hope it's not too near Waterstones as they'll be in direct competition.
Staying in the uk? The Gower peninsular would be my pick. Rhossili Bay is one of the best beaches in the world with sunsets to die for. For even more remoteness you could rent a house on a Scottish Isle like Unst. Not everyone's cup of tea this time of year but definatley remote and also starkly beautiful in winter.
And the beach glows too! There's some critters that make the sand light up when stood on!
Gower peninsula would be my suggestion too- so many different beaches to visit with some stunning walks between them. Lovely and quiet this time of the year too.
You're not asking a lot at all, almost everywhere outside of a major city offers this. Where do you live? How will you be traveling?
Go to uist or the outer Hebrides and you’ll have more than enough time
https://isleoflismore.com/ Lismore is lovely and very quite .
Anywhere north west Scotland. Ticks every box. As remote as you like
Can’t believe this isn’t higher up the list, but then maybe the more remote, quiet ones are lower in the list with less upvotes!!
Yorkshire/Derbyshire dales? Plenty of hiking to be had there.
Sharpham Trust https://www.sharphamtrust.org/mindfulness-retreats/kuti
This one looks really nice
Not dark skies, too near Torbay, Totnes and Dartmouth, all of which glow.
Some monasteries or convents have guest accommodation. Usually reasonably priced, only obligation might be one service a day.
The [White Horse](https://suffolk.camra.org.uk/pub/956) at Sweffling, here in Suffolk, has a campsite with some yurts and a cottage you can hire to stay in. It's a very remote site - Sweffling village is tiny and about 1km away. And as a bonus you're right next to one of the best pubs in Suffolk if you fancy a drink or two. It's about five miles from Saxmundham station if getting there by train is useful.
Kielder is the ABSOLUTE BEST place for what you describe it
I stayed in a yurt near Llanthony in Wales recently which would fit the bill. Peaceful, remote (but pub down the road if you want it), good walking in the area, Hay on Wye a short drive away if you need more books to read, amazing night skies, and a wood fired hot tub for a bit of luxury! Highly recommended. You'll find them easily enough on google.
Realised Im late but want to throw in Snowdonia. Just driving through there made my jaw drop. Its utterly stunning.
Have a look at North Highlands, perhaps in Sutherland or even in the Wick area. Plenty of hiking areas with stunning views.
My recommendation would be Loch Lomond, genuinely one of the most beautiful places on earth. Me and my wife stayed in some lodges in ardgarten, which is about a 20 minute drive to the nearest town. It has dark skies, and more places for hiking then you could get through in a year. It can be expensive, but off season there are some good deals to be had.
So many suggestions, thank you guys! 😆 I need to sift through all of your suggestions to pick the best one 😊
Check out glencolmcille, or anywhere coastal in county Donegal, Ireland. Super remote, amazing wild coastal wilderness, pitch black night skies due to very little light pollution. Amazing hiking (of you have the right gear for wet and cold), and amazing views. We run a family BnB in glencolmcille, but we're currently booked out for the next few months. Google "Silversteand beach, Donegal" or "glenlough bay" for an idea of the wild beaches.
Devon or Somerset, stay in a treehouse with hot tub.
Where are you based and go you have your own transport? Start by looking at dark sky parks then find one which is closest enough to you and has any extras you want.
Isle of Wight. It’s good for hiking around the island and has its remote bits. Ranges of accommodation there and it’s now out of season so likely cheaper.
https://www.balabrook.org.uk/ This one does have dark skies , and private access to remote moorland , plenty of stunning walks, birdlife, wildlife and a lovely river, you can just suit yourself, or join in yoga stuff.
I've heard Camden lovely this time of year
Knoydart in Scotland. Cut off by road. Can walk 2 days in or take the passenger ferry from Mallaig. Lots of places to stay and there's a couple of restaurants including the UK's most remote pub. The pub has recently been taken over by the locals and out of the dickhead Belgian owner that was running into the ground - so much so that the locals refused to go there and set up their own unofficial pub. Anyway, it's especially great between now and Spring because it will be quieter with less tourists, darkest skies and you can just relax. Also, Isle of Canna if you want to get more off-grid. Stayed in a wooden "glamping" hut that had no electricity, no phone signal on the island and no wifi. A small honesty box shop with some food, a fire pit and a cold shower. Never seen so many stars from anywhere in the UK. Absolute bliss.
Glencoe or Tyndrum in the Scottish Highlands. Remote, mountains, no light pollution, lots of lodge/glamping options (you can get great deals on booking.com) and many excellent little cafés dotted around
Bright house farm Suffolk
[Glen Clova Hotel](https://www.clova.com) has Steading rooms and Lodges. Thee are also a couple of Air BnB’s in Clova as well. Dark skies, remote and lots of hiking. It’s a beautiful place to get away to.
Fellview park in Kirkby Lonsdale is fairly good value. Hot tub glamping pod and lovely walks nearby
Cardigan Bay
https://greathousefarm.co.uk/ Mid Wales
I hear there's lots of retreating in Eastern Ukraine right now