Messier Marathon

How far are you guys prepared to travel to find a good spot?  I am not suggesting halfway across the country here, but an idea of distance will help try to pinpoint a location.

Hi Paul,

I'd be willing to travel up to 90mins.

Michael.

90 mins would be fine by me.

That would get us quite a far way from the lights. 

Are you still thinking of somewhere in the Wicklow National Park?

I have my scope set-up in the back garden for some observing. So, I'm going to head-out to try observe a few galaxies around Ursa Major - M81 and M82, and M51, but I'll check in again later this evening lads.

Clear skies,

Darren.

I was looking at Google maps and I found a place called Kilmichael Point on the Wicklow/Wexford border.  It has a good view to the east and south, the land to the west looks flat.  It is by the sea and there is an old coast guard station, I don't know if it is occupied.  It looks like there is an area where scopes can be set up.  I hope to pop down this weekend or next to check it out.  Have a look and tell me what you think.

That's great Paul, and I'm looking forward to hearing how you get on.

Clear skies,

Darren.

I had a look on Google Street view.  There were cars parked by the house.

It could be a holiday let I suppose.