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SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on Friday 16 October 2026\, 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 be split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. Then it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet-free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nBooking\n\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-169/ to book and for full terms and conditions.\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\n\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/ \nImage: The Milky Way above Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-161026/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T230000
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CREATED:20260803T135234Z
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UID:10002424-1792180800-1792191600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Experience our Milky Way
DESCRIPTION:Join the Grassholme Observatory team beneath the dark skies of Grassholme Observatory on Friday 16 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, for an unforgettable evening exploring one of nature’s greatest spectacles – the Milky Way. \nExpert astronomers will guide you through its shimmering star clouds\, glowing nebulae and hidden treasures. Using powerful telescopes\, you will journey deep into the heart of the Milky Way\, observing star clusters\, colourful nebulae and distant celestial wonders invisible to the naked eye. \nWhether you are new to astronomy or a seasoned stargazer\, this is a unique opportunity to experience the Universe under some of England’s darkest skies. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, under 16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/experience-our-milky-way-5/ for further information\, to book\, and for full terms and conditions.\n\nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: The Milky Way above Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/experience-our-milky-way/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260804T155439Z
CREATED:20260803T145742Z
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SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, the team at Grassholme Observatory have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey – Saturday 17 October 2026\, 6pm to 7.30pm. \nThis is a great way to get children interested in astronomy and science. They will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. A stunning interactive talk on space stuff in the purpose-built classroom and then weather permitting outside for some stargazing and peering through telescopes. \nHot chocolate and radiators are available too. A wonderful introduction to family astronomy under the dark skies of Grassholme and the North Pennines. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \n\nAdult: £19 (16+)\nChild: £12 (1-16)\nConcession: £16 (65+\, Blue Badge holder)\nFamily: £65 (max of 4\, min of 3)\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nBooking\n\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/family-astronomy-at-grassholme-observatory-51/ for more information\, to book\, and for full terms and conditions.\n\nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 –\nwww.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: The telescope at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-at-grassholme-observatory-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Stargazing
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SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on Saturday 17 October 2026\, 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 be split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nWith no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the Milky Way\, and many deep sky objects like galaxies\, nebulae and star clusters. You will then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for other jewels in the cosmos. Then it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink and questions. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet-free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nBooking\n\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-170/ to book and for full terms and conditions.\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (group ticket for 3-4 people\, max of 4\, min of 3 – at least 1 child)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\n\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/ \nImage: The Milky Way above Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nFor directions visit www.grassholmeobservatory.com/contact/ \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-171026/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261018T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261018T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T155743Z
CREATED:20260803T133352Z
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SUMMARY:Aurora night
DESCRIPTION:The event on Sunday 18 October 2026\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky\, with telescopes and cameras. \nYou can expect a fun-filled night\, with stunning graphics handouts\, experiments\, and stargazing\, with an advanced array of instruments. Expert tuition from Gary and his team of astronomers\, as they take you on a journey of the heart and soul. \nOn certain nights throughout the year\, it is possible to see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It is visible in these skies\, but the conditions have to be right to see them and those conditions can be very rare indeed. Obviously the team cannot guarantee you will see them\, and to be honest\, you probably won’t\, they can guarantee that you will leave well equipped on how you can spot them in future\, and what exactly they are. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £28 (16+)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, under 16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/aurora-night-33/ to book and for full terms and conditions.\n\nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Aurora above Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-night-5/
LOCATION:Grasshome Observatory\, Grassholme Reservoir\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T160047Z
CREATED:20260803T151717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T160047Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event at Grassholme Observatory\, on Wednesday 21 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be 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 this and more. \nAfter the observing ends it is back into the classroom for a hot drink and a chat\, before heading off home. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (max of 4\, min of 2)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/astronomy-and-stargazing-110/ to book\, for full terms and conditions\, and further information.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Star trails at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-5/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261022T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T160330Z
CREATED:20260803T152319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T160330Z
UID:10002429-1792699200-1792710000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event at Grassholme Observatory\, on Thursday 22 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be 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 this and more. \nAfter the observing ends it is back into the classroom for a hot drink and a chat\, before heading off home. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (max of 4\, min of 2)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/astronomy-and-stargazing-111/ to book\, for full terms and conditions\, and further information.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Star trails at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-6/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T160552Z
CREATED:20260803T141740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T160552Z
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SUMMARY:Saturn – Lord of the Rings
DESCRIPTION:Saturn – the enigmatic ringed beauty is by far most people’s favourite – if you haven’t looked through a telescope at Saturn then do not miss this opportunity to do so. With its glorious ring system dazzling the observer it is a veritable observing feast. \nTonight\, Friday 23 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, Saturn is at its closest to the Earth\, in opposition. An unforgettable night under the dark skies of the North Pennines at Grassholme Observatory. As well as observing Saturn\, hopefully you will be able to see a host of other objects\, including the Milky Way. \nBooking\n\nAdult – £27 (18+)\nConcession – £21 (65+\, under 18\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/saturn-lord-of-the-rings-2/ to find out more\, to book\, and for full terms and conditions.\n\nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: The telescope at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturn-lord-of-the-rings/
LOCATION:Grasshome Observatory\, Grassholme Reservoir\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T160736Z
CREATED:20260803T153158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T160736Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event at Grassholme Observatory\, on Saturday 24 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be 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 this and more. \nAfter the observing ends it is back into the classroom for a hot drink and a chat\, before heading off home. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (max of 4\, min of 2)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/astronomy-and-stargazing-112/ to book\, for full terms and conditions\, and further information.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Star trails at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-7/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T161755Z
CREATED:20260803T153853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T161755Z
UID:10002432-1793304000-1793314800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event at Grassholme Observatory\, on Thursday 29 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be 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 this and more. \nAfter the observing ends it is back into the classroom for a hot drink and a chat\, before heading off home. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (max of 4\, min of 2)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/astronomy-and-stargazing-113/ to book\, for full terms and conditions\, and further information.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Star trails at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-8/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T160903Z
CREATED:20260803T154306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T160903Z
UID:10002431-1793390400-1793401200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event at Grassholme Observatory\, on Friday 30 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, will begin with a welcome from the lead astronomer\, 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\, and the team\, will take you on a whistle-stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, you will be 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 this and more. \nAfter the observing ends it is back into the classroom for a hot drink and a chat\, before heading off home. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £27 (16+)\nFamily: £80 (max of 4\, min of 2)\nConcession: £22 (65+\, 1-16 years\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/astronomy-and-stargazing-114/  to book\, for full terms and conditions\, and further information.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: Star trails at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-9/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T193000
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UID:10002426-1793469600-1793475000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, the team at Grassholme Observatory have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey\, on Saturday 31 October 2026\, 6pm to 7.30pm. \nThis is a great way to get children interested in astronomy and science. They will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. A stunning interactive talk on space stuff in the purpose-built classroom and then weather permitting outside for some stargazing and peering through telescopes. \nHot chocolate and radiators are available too. A wonderful introduction to family astronomy under the dark skies of Grassholme and the North Pennines. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nBooking\n\nAdult: £19 (16+)\nChild: £12 (1-16)\nConcession: £16 (65+\, Blue Badge holder)\nFamily: £65 (max of 4\, min of 3)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/family-astronomy-at-grassholme-observatory-52/for more information\, to book\, and for full terms and conditions.\n\nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: The telescope at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-at-grassholme-observatory-3/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260804T162309Z
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UID:10002434-1793476800-1793487600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Saturn – Lord of the Rings
DESCRIPTION:Saturn – the enigmatic ringed beauty is by far most people’s favourite – if you haven’t looked through a telescope at Saturn then do not miss this opportunity to do so. With its glorious ring system dazzling the observer it is a veritable observing feast. \nTonight\, Saturday 31 October 2026\, 8pm to 11pm\, Saturn is at its closest to the Earth\, in opposition. An unforgettable night under the dark skies of the North Pennines at Grassholme Observatory. As well as observing Saturn hopefully you will be able to see a host of other objects\, including the Milky Way. \nBooking\n\nAdult – £27 (18+)\nConcession – £21 (65+\, under 18\, Blue Badge holder)\nVisit https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/whats-on/saturn-lord-of-the-rings-3/ to find out more\, to book\, and for full terms and conditions.\n\nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. \nYour booking is non-refundable. Should Grassholme Observatory cancel the event for any reason they will\, however\, make a full refund or give the option of a transfer to another date. If you are unable to undertake dark sky observing because of cloud cover then they will offer you a 20% discount on a future booking made and taken within eight weeks of the event. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 16 October to 1 November 2026 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest26 #NPennDarkSkies \nImage: The telescope at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory.
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturn-lord-of-the-rings-2/
LOCATION:Grasshome Observatory\, Grassholme Reservoir\, Barnard Castle\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Stargazing
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