This year is the International Year of Astronomy and to round up the year, the North York Moors National Park is teaming up with The York Astronomical Society to host a free star gazing event on Saturday 12 December at Sutton Bank National Park Centre.
The North York Moor National Park makes an excellent venue for star gazing as National Parks have dark and clear unpolluted skies which are not lit up by street lights.
The Star Party will start at 6pm and will include two illustrated talks from the society’s astronomers. The café at Sutton Bank National Park Centre will be open from 5pm serving a selection of food and drink. Telescopes will be provided but people are also encouraged to bring their own telescopes along for tips on getting the most from them. Members of The York Astronomical Society will be on hand to offer help and information throughout the evening.
Martin Whillock, Secretary of The York Astronomical Society, said:
“With a telescope and the right weather conditions, the night sky can be a magical thing to observe and the conditions around Sutton Bank, with its low light pollution, are ideal for getting some excellent views. Come well wrapped up and join us for what promises to be a very exciting evening.”
For further information on the star gazing event, contact Martin Whillock on tel: 01347 821 849 or email: martin@whillock.me.uk or the North York Moors National Park Authority on 01439 770657. Further information on York Astronomical Society can be found at www.yorkastro.org.uk
If you are into astronomy or would like to learn more about the stars in our sky at night then why not come along to Sutton Bank. Sutton Bank National Park Centre is just a 9 minute drive from Valley View Farm Cottages so why not combine a break away with some free star gazing.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
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