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Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.The original Scottish Dark Sky Observatory near Dalmellington, destroyed by fire in June 2021, is being replaced by a new £1.5m facility at Clatteringshaws Loch, near New Galloway, with plans approved in March 2026. This new site, located within the Galloway Forest Dark Sky Park, will feature two observatories, a 360-degree planetarium, and a visitor center.Key Details About the New ProjectLocation: The new facility is at the former Clatteringshaws Visitor Centre, approximately 30 miles from the original site.Features: It will house two observing domes with powerful telescopes to view nebulae and galaxies, a planetarium, a cafe, and a gift shop.Progress: Following the purchase of the site in late 2024, plans for redevelopment were approved in March 2026.Charity: The project is managed by the Scottish Dark Sky Observatory Trust, aiming to provide educational and public stargazing experiences.Background on the Old ObservatoryThe original site near Dalmellington operated from 2012 to 2021, serving as a major hub for astronomy in Scotland.It was destroyed in a suspected arson attack in June 2021.A return to the original site was ruled out due to access issues and lack of utilities.