We pick the best live and virtual astronomy events and resources this month
PICK OF THE MONTH
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2022
National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, until August 2023
The annual showcase of the phenomenal talent in the world of night-sky photography returns to the National Maritime Museum, with the exhibition of the choice picks from the 2022 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition. These include not just all the winning images, but also some of the best photos from the more than 3,000 entries received from 67 countries around the world. From planets, asteroids and aurorae to galaxies, our Sun, nebulae and so much more, you’ll find out-of-this-world photos that will take your breath away. Running until next summer, tickets are £10 for adults, £6.50 for concessions, £5 for children. www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/astronomy-photographer-year
Kelling Heath Winterfest
Kelling Heath Holiday Park, Norfolk, 24–28 November
Timed for the new Moon for the darkest skies, this relaxed star party organised by Birmingham Astronomical Society is purely an observing event without sales stalls. www.kellingheath.co.uk
Stargazing weekend
Mungrisdale, Cumbria, 5 November
Get away from light pollution to the Lake District for a weekend hosted by astronomer Andy Gray, with opportunities for astrophotography and telescope tips. Tickets are £20 per adult, £12 per child and include hot drinks and biscuits. www.nearhowe.co.uk/things-to-do/dark-skies
Stargazing at Mugdock
Mugdock Country Park, Glasgow, 8 November, 7pm
Stargazing at Mugdock returns for a new season of observing the night sky. This session is all about the wonder of the full Moon and what you can see through a telescope. Booking essential. Entry is £7. www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk
Observing session
Lacock, Wiltshire, 18 November, 6:30pm
Join Wiltshire Astronomical Society in the Red Lion car park, Lacock, for their monthly observing session, with a backup date of 26 November if it’s cloudy. www.wasnet.org.uk/observing
Introduction to astronomy
Friends Meeting House, Derby, 18 November, 7:30pm
A beginners’ session with Derby and District Astronomical Society, featuring advice on using telescopes, finding your way around the night sky, astrophotography and possibly some observing in the garden. www.derbyastronomy.org
Stars and Stones
OM Dark Sky Park, County Tyrone, now until March
Northern Ireland’s newest public observatory reveals the secrets of the Beaghmore Stone Circles, a neolithic gateway to the stars. For full details, visit www.omdarksky.com/whats-on
Telescope workshop
Deer Park Archers, Cheltenham, 27 November, 7pm
Learn how to set up or get the most from your telescope, and find out more about the activities of Cotswold Astronomical Society. Open to anyone with an interest in any area of astronomy. www.cotswoldas.org.uk/our-events/observing