UK Astronomy is a charity set up to teach more people about the skies above. "Because there are a billion worlds in your back garden..."
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Jan 10
STARS at STOWE is back...
Feb 17th &18th join UK Astronomy at this amazing venue to learn all about our skies, with talks and stargazing if clear. Hot drinks and cake, what more could you ask for in the cold hopefully clear winter skies.
Book Here:
facebook.com/events/s/stars-…
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Jan 3
The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks tonight.
Look towards the Plough, with the radiant just below the handle. Best viewing is after midnight until sunrise, though a bright Moon may wash some out.
Go outside, look up, and enjoy. Clear skies!
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Jan 1
The winners’ calendars arrived today! We checked them first to make sure your photos looked their best and they’ll be on their way ASAP. Happy New Year, well done to everyone, and clear skies.
See all entries and winner info:
ukastronomy.org/photo_compet…
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31 Dec 2025
We hope you’ve had an amazing year. It’s been brilliant sharing the skies with you & seeing your photos, stories, & adventures
Wishing you a Happy New Year & plenty of clear skies in 2026. Thank you for being part of our journey & for always looking up in wonder.
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UK Astronomy retweeted
10 Dec 2025
📅 17–18 Feb, 6–9pm
🎟️ Tickets now on sale: bit.ly/StarsF26
#StoweHouse #Stargazing #GiftIdeas #Astronomy #HalfTerm @UK_Astro
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30 Nov 2025
Today is the Final Day to enter the UK Astronomy Photo Competition
How to Enter:
1. Visit ukastronomy.org/photo_compet…
2. Choose your category (e.g., Nebula, Aurora, or Smartphone-only).
3. Submit your photo and details via the online form.
Good luck
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13 Aug 2025
Meteors are peaking again tonight!
Wil Photography shares how to shoot stunning stars with a camera, and Dr Ross Hockham has tips for trying with your phone apps.
Happy hunting & clear skies!
ukastronomy.org/guide_shooti…
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7 Aug 2025
Want to have a go at taking photos of the Perseid meteor shower?
Check out our guide:
ukastronomy.org/guide_shooti…
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6 Aug 2025
Local to Stanmore, London? Don’t miss the open day at Stanmore Fire Station!
🌞 View the Sun safely with uk astronomy.
🚀 Make straw rockets
🚒 Watch a live drill with @LondonFire & try the hose!
More info: harrowtimes.co.uk/news/25331…
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7 May 2025
The maiden on the Moon is looking stunning tonight! Just happened to decide to spontaneously pop out and look, part of the Jura mountain range it looks like a lady with flowing hair sat on the rocks. All taken with iphone SE through 10” dobsonian.
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12 Apr 2025
Humbled & honoured to receive an honorary doctorate from @OpenUniversity. From leaving school in ‘99 with 5 C’s to this - proof that passion, perseverance & support make anything possible. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the UK Astronomy journey!
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5 Apr 2025
The Moon meets Mars tonight creating a cool curved line in our skies!
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27 Mar 2025
Partial Solar Eclipse – 29 March!
Visible across the UK from ~10am to midday, up to 48% of the Sun covered (location-dependent).
View safely:
•Solar glasses
•Pinhole projector
•Colander/card tricks
•Projection (binocs/telescope)
More: facebook.com/share/p/1DwdF92…
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26 Mar 2025
We are really excited to be back at @TheRoyalLatin, doing a talk in their discovery building! It’s special to us as we were presented with an extraordinary person award a couple of years ago, so it’s great to be giving something back & helping inspire others to look up in wonder.
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24 Mar 2025
Lots asking about this! It’s the 2nd stage deorbit burn from the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
Captured by UK Astronomy member Ben Dyke on the Oxon/Bucks border.
Amazing shot!
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24 Mar 2025
Hi @VW we’re a small charity and our van has only done 8,000 miles but we’re now facing major injector/fuel system failure. This could cost £10k . We need help and answers. Can someone from VW get in touch? #Volkswagen #CharitySupport #VW @VWUKPress @VWGroup
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11 Mar 2025
Today, UK Astronomy took young space explorers on a cosmic journey from the fiery Sun to Saturn’s icy rings - all inside their school hall!
Space is for everyone, and inspiring young minds to look up, be curious & dream big is why we love this.
#STEMEducation
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22 Feb 2025
What a night at @StoweHouse .
Crystal-clear skies meant we rolled out the big 16” Dobsonian for deep-sky views. Over 70 guests spotted planets, nebulae & more - amazing to see them get hands-on!
Huge thanks to our epic volunteers.
See you in October… clear skies! 🔭✨
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UK Astronomy retweeted
2 Feb 2025
Join us for an evening with @UK_Astro on Friday 30th May at @ChrysalisMK. ⭐ 🔭 🌕
Join award-winning local Astronomer Ross Hockham BCAe, who will share the skies with you using his pictures, amateur astronomers and NASA to teach you how to spot the awesome sights in our night skies!
Outer space awaits you! Book today - buff.ly/4aiSVDr
#CamphillMK #UKAstronomy #ChrysalisMK #AstronomyEvent #MiltonKeynes #WhatsOnMK #NASA
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