As of Jun 19, 2026, 8:54 PM, peak season now, through ~August 15. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
The galactic core of the Milky Way, centred on Sagittarius A*, becomes visible above the southern horizon from the Brecon Beacons each year.
The park is an International Dark Sky Reserve, offering some of the darkest skies in Wales and reliable summer windows for core photography and naked-eye viewing.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
|---|
| Libanus Visitor Centre (Brecon Beacons NP) |
| Storey Arms Car Park / Pen y Fan approach |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.