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SUMMARY:Creatures of the night trail
DESCRIPTION:Follow the themed trail from the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Bowlees Visitor Centre in Upper Teesdale to discover the creatures of the night! \nComplete the whole self-guided trail to answer the questions and win an animal-themed prize. Bring warm/waterproof clothing and wear boots/wellies. \nNo need to book in advance – just turn up at the centre and ask for an answer sheet at the desk. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/creatures-of-the-night-trail/
LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T190000
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SUMMARY:Bugs\, bats\, birds and bloody light pollution
DESCRIPTION:**Cancelled due to Storm Babet weather warning** \nWe know that light pollution makes it difficult for us to see the wonders of the night sky in all of their glory\, but what does it do to our health\, and how does it impact the natural world. Join Dr Martin Kitching\, Director of Northern Experience Wildlife Tours\, to delve into the murky world of twilight and beyond. \nAfter Martin’s talk (and if the sky is clear) we will do some informal stargazing at the Bowlees Dark Sky Discovery Site. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. The walk from the car park to the visitor centre is unlit and follows an uneven path/stone steps – a torch is essential. \nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/bugs-bats-birds-and-bloody-light-pollution/
LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T220000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Crewe
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lord Crewe team in The Gatehouse at the Lord Crewe\, Blanchland for an evening of stargazing with Andy Gray. Andy is an expert in his field and will give a beginners’ guide to the starry sky. \nIf the weather is clear\, expect a trip to the bottom of the garden to have a look through the telescopes. Wrap up in blankets and enjoy a hot drink to keep you warm. A great time to see the Milky Way and the Summer Triangle. The Moon will be rising by the end of the evening (10.30pm) – so a good time top spot deep sky objects will be at the start of the night. \nThe evening includes stargazing with a hot drink\, followed by a two-course supper. Please let them know if you have any special dietary requirements. \nThe Gatehouse is a 12th Century building accessed via external stone steps and has steps of various sizes throughout. Note that dogs are not allowed. \nWant to stay the night? Book your ticket and give the Lord Crewe a call on 01434 677100 to reserve the best available room on their special event rate of £150 Bed & Breakfast for the night. \nPre-booking is essential via https://lordcrewearms.wearegifted.co.uk/stargazing-at-the-crewe \nThis Lord Crewe Arms event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-at-the-crewe/
LOCATION:Lord Crewe Arms\, The Square\, Blanchland\, Northumberland\, DH8 9SP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T211500
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SUMMARY:Stargazing experience at High Force waterfall
DESCRIPTION:**Note that there are two further sessions on this date: 8.30 to 10.30pm; and 9.45 to 11.45pm. If when you visit the Star Safari booking website you can’t see one of these time slots that means they are fully booked and have been hidden from view.** \nEnjoy a night under the stars\, at a very special place. High Force is the largest waterfall in the country\, and is an awesome spectacle at any time of the day. At night\, though\, it is a special place you will remember for the rest of your life. \nThe Star Safaris team will meet at the High Force Hotel\, for an indoor briefing and presentation\, before walking down to the waterfall together. On the way\, you will learn about the unique landscape and what makes it so special as a dark sky site. The skies above the waterfall are among the darkest in Europe\, and the surrounding cliffs ensure a truly dark experience. Your guide will light the waterfall up\, so you will be able to take selfies and other photographs with your phone. \nIf the sky is clear\, we will go dark as quickly as possible and start looking at the night sky. This will be done as a group experience\, by a guide\, with a laser pointer. Unlike observatory events\, you won’t spend your time queueing for a telescope. When conditions are especially clear\, we may use astronomy binoculars. \nYou will leave the event with a greater knowledge of the night sky\, and how to find key objects and constellations on your own. More than that\, though\, you will have spent some time in the dark at a spectacular natural location\, which is normally only accessible in daylight. \nUnfortunately\, because of limited space at the location\, do not bring camera tripods\, or dogs. Bring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.starsafaris.com/highforce \nThis event run by Star Safaris is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-experience-at-high-force-waterfall-2/
LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH
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SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Experience a whistle-stop tour of the Universe and beyond on 20 October 8pm to 11pm at Grassholme Observatory. The event will begin with a welcome from Gary Fildes\, the lead astronomer at the observatory. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome from Gary you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. With no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many dark sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. A robotic telescope will be in use to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. Then it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Please wear warm clothing. This is a pet free event. \nPre-booking essential via www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book  and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/Family: £70/Concessions: £22 Adult: 16+/Family: Group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child. Concession: 65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder. \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nFor directions www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230902T142727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T144034Z
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SUMMARY:The Orionid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:Experience viewing up to 20 shooting stars per hour at Grassholme Observatory\, on 20 October 11pm to 2am. Under the wonderfully dark skies view Halley’s Comet\, the most famous interloper of them all\, which is the parent comet for the Orionid Meteor Shower. A good display is expected from this shower as we head into the midnight and beyond. Tiny dust grains\, left behind by Halley’s Comet\, interact with the Earth’s atmosphere as a flash of light! As well as the dazzling show overhead there will be the opportunity to stargaze using the observatory’s telescopes. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book\, and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £30/ Concessions: £25/ Adult: 16+ Concession: 65+\, under 16 years or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions view https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/. \nPlease wrap up warm as it can get chilly when outside. Please note that this is a pet free event. \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – visit www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/the-orionid-meteor-shower/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… \nDue to popular demand\, the team at Grassholme Observatory have laid on this exclusive event 21 October 6pm to 7.30pm to educate the little ones on all things spacey! What better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to one of the UK’s newest observatories. \nYour little ones will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then children will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. A stunning interactive talk on space stuff in our purpose-built classroom and then weather permitting outside under the stars for some stargazing and peering through telescopes. \nHot chocolate and radiators are available too! All in all\, a wonderful introduction to family astronomy under the dark skies of Grassholme. \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when you are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends. \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £19/Child: £12/ Family: £65/ Concessions: £16/ Adult: 16+/ Child: 1-15/ Family: Group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child Concession: 65+ or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-event/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T211500
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230915T113310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T144645Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing experience at High Force waterfall
DESCRIPTION:**Note that there is another sessions on this date: 8.30 to 10.30pm. If when you visit the Star Safari booking website you can’t see one of these time slots that means they are fully booked and have been hidden from view.** \nEnjoy a night under the stars\, at a very special place. High Force is the largest waterfall in the country\, and is an awesome spectacle at any time of the day. At night\, though\, it is a special place you will remember for the rest of your life. \nThe Star Safaris team will meet at the High Force Hotel\, for an indoor briefing and presentation\, before walking down to the waterfall together. On the way\, you will learn about the unique landscape and what makes it so special as a dark sky site. The skies above the waterfall are among the darkest in Europe\, and the surrounding cliffs ensure a truly dark experience. Your guide will light the waterfall up\, so you will be able to take selfies and other photographs with your phone. \nIf the sky is clear\, we will go dark as quickly as possible and start looking at the night sky. This will be done as a group experience\, by a guide\, with a laser pointer. Unlike observatory events\, you won’t spend your time queueing for a telescope. When conditions are especially clear\, we may use astronomy binoculars. \nYou will leave the event with a greater knowledge of the night sky\, and how to find key objects and constellations on your own. More than that\, though\, you will have spent some time in the dark at a spectacular natural location\, which is normally only accessible in daylight. \nUnfortunately\, because of limited space at the location\, do not bring camera tripods\, or dogs. Bring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.starsafaris.com/highforce \nNo minimum age – involves a 1.2km (round trip) walk on a gravel path. \nThis event run by Star Safaris is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-experience-at-high-force-waterfall-3/
LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230905T105114Z
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SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on 21 October 8pm to 11pm will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras.With no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many dark sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters.  We will then use our robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. \nThen it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/ Family: £70/Concessions: £22/Adult: 16+/ Family: Group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child. Concession: 65+\, 1-16 years or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies. \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231021T224500
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230915T114824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T145211Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing suppers at High Force
DESCRIPTION:FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… \nA magical evening of stargazing and fine dining. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale. \nThe evening begins with a delicious three course meal at the High Force Hotel. After that\, we will walk down to the waterfall\, where the beautiful scenery will be illuminated for you to take photographs with your phone. \nGaze up at the stars using the astronomy binoculars provided\, admire the web of constellations in the sky and develop a greater understanding of the sky at night. \nTreat someone with a passion for the stars to an evening of discovery and learning\, or enjoy it yourself with your partner\, friends or family members. \nBring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.raby.co.uk/events/stargazing-supper/ \nThis High Force Hotel & Waterfall event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stargazing-suppers-high-force/
LOCATION:High Force Hotel\, The High Force Hotel\, Alston Rd\, Forest-in-Teesdale\, DL12 0XH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230905T162557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T145117Z
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SUMMARY:Aurora night
DESCRIPTION:The event on 22 October 2023 8pm to 11pm will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nOn certain nights we may even see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It is visible in these skies. But the conditions have to be right for it to be seen and it’s a rare occurrence. Whilst it’s not guaranteed that you will see them – you will leave well equipped on what they are and how to spot them in the future. \nThis is a fun-filled night\, with stunning handouts\, experiments and stargazing with expert tuition from Gary and his team of astronomers. \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nPre-booking essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/ Concessions: £20/ Adult: 16+/ Concession: 65+\, under 16s or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-night/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231025T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231025T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230905T170032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T145301Z
UID:10000469-1698264000-1698274800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on 25 October 8pm to 11pm will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nHave you ever looked up at the night-time sky and wondered why you can’t see anything other than stars? Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered how far it is to the stars that you can see? Do you want to know what a star is\, how a telescope works\, or even where it all came from? If your answered yes to any of these questions\, then you have come to the right place – Grassholme Observatory’s introduction evenings will cover all things astronomy! \nAfter the observing ends\, it’s back inside for a hot drink and questions and answers. \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions.\nAdult: £24/ Family: £70/ Concessions: £20/ Adult: 16+/ Family: Group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child. Concession: 65+\, 1-15 years or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
CREATED:20230919T091515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T145420Z
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SUMMARY:Pies and skies
DESCRIPTION:Join astronomer and science educator Andy Gray for an introduction to the night sky – including a look at the planets visible at the moment. Hopefully there will be an opportunity (weather permitting) to view the stars through a telescope. There will also be the chance to see some meteorites up close! \nYour ticket includes hot drinks\, pie\, chips and peas. Places are limited so don’t leave it too late to book. \nThis event is aimed at people with a general interest in the night sky\, including families with children (aimed at ages 7+). Bring warm/waterproof clothes/a torch (red light if you have one). No dogs please – they are a trip hazard around telescopes. \nPre-booking is essential via https://hivenenthead.co.uk/product-category/events/ (General link to all events at The Hive) \nhttps://hivenenthead.co.uk/product/pies-and-skies-adult-ticket/ (direct link to adult tickets) \nhttps://hivenenthead.co.uk/product/pies-and-skies-child-ticket/ (direct link to child tickets) \nHow to find The Hive: https://hivenenthead.co.uk/how-to-find-us/ \nThis event at The Hive is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/pies-and-skies-2/
LOCATION:The Hive\, Nenthead\, Cumbria\, CA9 3PF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T100000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Star camp
DESCRIPTION:Join the Star camp for an astronomical weekend 27 to 29 October in Teesdale. The camp is perfect for novice astronomers and is great for adults and children (6+ years). Telescopes will be provided\, along with expert guidance and you are welcome to bring your own equipment too\, including cameras (with tripods) and binoculars. \nThere will also be astronomy themed talks\, solar observing and a bottle rocket competition. \nDuring the weekend Saturn will be looking amazing\, along with a super bright Jupiter and a big moon. The views are sure to blow your socks off! \nYou will arrive on the Friday night to a mulled wine reception at 7pm – stargazing will be available (weather permitting) on the Friday and Saturday night with departure on Sunday at 10am. \nBring warm/waterproof clothing and a red light torch (if you have one). \nPitch fees – electric £30 per night; non-electric £25 per night – plus £10 per person per night ‘astronomy charge’ (£8 for under 16s). \nPre-booking essential – direct with Doe Park Caravan Site –www.doepark.co.uk / 01833 650302 / info@doepark.co.uk.  \nDoe Park Caravan Site\, Cotherstone\, Barnard Castle\, Teesdale\, Co. Durham DL12 9UQ. See http://www.doepark.co.uk/find-us for directions. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/star-camp-3/
LOCATION:Doe Park Caravan Site\, Cotherstone\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 9UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Jupiter and Saturn – the giant planets
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 27 October 8pm to 11pm  as on these dark starry nights\, we are treated to a planetary delight as these 2 celestial heavyweights line up for our telescopes. \nJupiter is the largest planet in our solar system and could swallow ~1300 Earths\, this gas giant planet is a turbulent environment as it spins on its axis once every 9.5 hours – this makes it the fastest rotating object in our solar system. Due to this exceptional rotational period\, Jupiter has a very turbulent surface with high-speed winds whipping its surface up into a visual drama on a cosmic scale. With bands and belts\, transition regions\, and big red spots\, Jupiter has it all\, and Grassholme Observatory has the kit to bring it alive. \nNext is by far most people’s favourite. Saturn with its glorious ring system dazzles the observer with a veritable observing feast! \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/ Concessions: £21/ Adult: 16+/ Concession: 65+\, under 16 years or Blue Badge holder. Pre-booking is essential. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/jupiter-and-saturn-the-giant-planets/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on 28 October 8pm to 11pm will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nHave you ever looked up at the night-time sky and wondered why you can’t see anything other than stars? Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered how far it is to the stars that you can see? Do you want to know what a star is\, how a telescope works\, or even where it all came from? If your answered yes to any of these questions\, then you have come to the right place – Grassholme Observatory’s introduction evenings will cover all things astronomy! \nAfter the observing ends\, it’s back inside for a hot drink and questions and answers. \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nPre-booking is essential. Visit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/ Family: £70/ Concessions: £20/ Adult: 16+/ Family: Group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child. Concession: 65+\, 1-15 years or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Go Stargazing at Hannah’s Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Join local astronomer  Neill Sanders from Go Stargazing on 29 October 7.30pm to 10pm for a laser-guided tour of the night skies above the North Pennines at the wonderful location of Birk Hatt Farm in Baldersdale. \nLearn your way around the constellations and enjoy incredible views of the Moon\, Jupiter and Saturn through a large telescope (weather permitting). Following our stargazing session and a break for hot chocolate there will be a talk on ‘The Search for Exoplanets’. \nThis event is aimed at adults (18+ years). No dogs please. Please wrap up warm/bring a torch (red light if you have one). Unfortunately this event is not wheelchair accessible. Any questions about the event please email: molly@northpenninesaonb.org.uk \nPre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \n  \n \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and is led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/go-stargazing-at-hannahs-meadow/
LOCATION:Baldersdale
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T230000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Aurora night
DESCRIPTION:The event on 29 October 8pm to 11pm  will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer at Grassholme Observatory\, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and founder of the Kielder Observatory\, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years. \nAfter the welcome Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nOn certain nights we may even see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It is visible in these skies. But the conditions have to be right for it to be seen and it’s a rare occurrence. Whilst it’s not guaranteed that you will see them – you will leave well equipped on what they are and how to spot them in the future. \nThis is a fun-filled night\, with stunning handouts\, experiments and stargazing with expert tuition from Gary and his team of astronomers. \nGet wrapped up – it can get chilly when we are outside! This is a pet free event\, so please don’t bring any furry friends! \nPre-booking is essential.Visit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book to book and for full terms and conditions. \nAdult: £24/ Concessions: £20/ Adult: 16+/ Concession: 65+\, under 16s or Blue Badge holder. \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \nGrassholme Observatory is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible toilets on site. For more information about Grassholme Waterside Park visit https://www.watersideparksuk.com/park/grassholme/ \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-night-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231030T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172140
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SUMMARY:Storytelling and stars at Hannah’s meadow
DESCRIPTION:Join local astronomer Neill Sanders\, from Go Stargazing\, for a laser-guided tour of the night skies above the North Pennines at the wonderful location of Birk Hatt Farm in Baldersdale. \nLearn your way around the constellations and enjoy incredible views of the Moon\, Jupiter and Saturn through a large telescope (weather permitting). \nFollowing the stargazing session and a break for hot chocolate\, we will be joined by Malcolm Green\, a local storyteller. \nThis event is aimed at children aged seven and above. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs please. Wrap up warm and bring a torch (red light if you have one). Unfortunately this event is not wheelchair accessible. \n£2 per child\, £5 per adult\, booking is essential. \n\n\n\n                \n                \n\n\nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \n  \n     \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/storytelling-and-stars-at-hannahs-meadow/
LOCATION:Baldersdale
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