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We pick the best live and virtual astronomy events and resources this month <\/p>\n\n

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PICK OF THE MONTH <\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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The Bluedot festival is back: enjoy talks from leading astronomers, live music and much more <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
LIVE & ONLINE: <\/span> Bluedot 2022 <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, 21\u201324 July <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bluedot returns for four days of music, art and space science, all in the shadow of the iconic Lovell Telescope. Among the treats are talks by physicist Jim Al-Khalili, astronaut Tim Peake, space scientist Monica Grady and BBC Sky at Night\u2019s <\/em>Chris Lintott, alongside a bill of stand-up comedy, art and music by the likes of Bj\u00f6rk and Groove Armada. There\u2019s tons of fun for kids, with science shows, a cinema, hands-on activities and family favourite Brainiac Live. Then, as night falls, visit the pop-up stargazing station for an expert night-sky tour. Day tickets from \u00a335; weekend tickets from \u00a3179, including camping. <\/span>www.discoverthebluedot.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n

Live<\/span> Home Planet <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n
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National Space Centre, Leicester Hands-on displays, a giant globe, interactive floors and a spectacular marble run are all part of the newly opened Home Planet gallery at the National Space Centre, designed to inspire visitors to consider the human impact on Earth and our place in the Universe. Booking essential. Adults \u00a316.95, children \u00a313.95. www.spacecentre.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Live <\/span>Herschel to Hawkwind <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, 2 July, 7:30pm Rock guitarist and astronomer Peter Williamson gives an entertaining talk that explores the connection between music and the heavens, including live music and a singalong. Tickets \u00a318; \u00a324.50 with food. bit.ly\/3MZhJUi<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Live <\/span>Saturday Stars <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Mills Observatory, Dundee, 2 July, 1pm and 2:30pm Come along for family-friendly astronomy-themed craft activities followed by some safe solar viewing through the observatory\u2019s telescopes, all in a magnificent setting on Balgay Hill. Free. To book a place call <\/span>01382 <\/strong>307200.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Live <\/span>Late Night Explorer <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Kielder Observatory, Northumberland, weekends, 11:30pm Wonder at the Moon, planets, constellations and galaxies under the guidance of expert astronomers, and use the observatory\u2019s high-quality telescopes. Also enjoy a cosy, log-burning stove and a hot chocolate. Tickets \u00a346. kielderobservatory.org<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Live<\/span> Observatory open evenings <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

St Martin\u2019s, Scilly, Tuesdays, 8pm and 9pm Dark-sky seekers will find some of the UK\u2019s best views of the stars at the Community Observatory St Martin\u2019s on Scilly. Entry \u00a35. Book at bit.ly\/3KUbMX9<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Live<\/span> Space science introduction <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Royal Institution, London, 29 July, 11am This holiday workshop for 13 to 15 year-olds explores the Solar System, how maths can calculate the size of the Universe and much more. Tickets \u00a350. www.rigb.org\/whats-on<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Photos: NATIONAL SPACE CENTRE, JOD YHARTLEY, LUCAS SINCLAIR X 2 <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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