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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 popular Fringe event returns for more activities celebrating Yorkshire\u2019s dark skies <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dark Skies Fringe Festival <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales,
various venues,
21\u201330 October <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following a main festival in February comes the popular Fringe event for its third year under the pristine skies of the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales national parks, which have International Dark Sky Reserve status. The full lineup was yet to be announced at the time of writing, but attendees can expect outdoor adventures in the dark such as night walks, astrophotography and astronomy talks, dark-sky safaris by boat and wellbeing stargazing retreats. This annual festival is a chance to either expand your knowledge or start your stargazing journey. For those in the South West, there\u2019s also a Dark Skies festival taking place on Exmoor on 14\u201330 October. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.darkskiesnationalparks.org.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n

Norman Lockyer Observatory Family Day <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n
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Sidmouth, Devon,
16 October, 11am <\/strong>

As part of Sidmouth Science Festival there will be telescopes, a planetarium and meteorology at this famous old observatory dating back over 100 years. Booking not required. Adults \u00a310, children \u00a35. sidmouth.gov.uk\/event\/norman-lockyer-observatory-family-day<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

International Astronomy Show <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Stoneleigh Park,
Coventry, 14\u201315 October <\/strong>

Put together by two amateur stargazers, the show includes lectures from astronomy professor Nial Tavir and eminent science historian Professor Allan Chapman. Show entry \u00a38.50; entry to lectures \u00a36.50. www.ukastroshow.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Coll & The Cosmos Stargazing Weekend <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Coll Bunkhouse, Isle of Coll, Inner Hebrides,
22\u201323 October <\/strong>

A collaboration with Cosmos Planetarium, no extra equipment is needed (though you can bring your own) to enjoy these scientific presentations and the spectacular, dark night sky. \u00a3150 for adults, \u00a3100 for under-18s. collbunkhouse.com\/dark-skies-coll-cosmos<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Stargazing and Astrophotography <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Libanus Mountain Centre, Brecon, Powys,
24 October, 10pm <\/strong>

Join a small group of experienced astronomers and astrophotographers from Dark Sky Wales for three hours to learn the constellations, find deep-sky objects (telescopes provided, or bring your own) and photograph some magnificent objects. \u00a355 per person. bit.ly\/Libanus-stargaze<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Family Space Night <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Bredhurst Village Hall, Kent,
28 October, 8pm
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An exciting evening of talks and displays from Mid-Kent Astronomical Society about space, astronomy and rockets, with some hands-on activities for young children. Telescopes will be available for observation, weather permitting. www.midkentastro.org.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Dark Skies Stone Circle Walk <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Avebury stone circle, Wiltshire,
30 October, 4:30pm <\/strong>

Part of the Marlborough Dark Skies event, an evening of astronomy inside the stone circle and a guided walk to marvel at the night sky. There will be craft activities too, for younger visitors. Tickets \u00a35 for adults, \u00a33 for children. www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/events<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Photos: PAUL LANG, ANDY DAWSON PHOTOGRAPHY, STEVE BELL, TONY BARTHOLOMEW, TONY MARSH <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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