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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 family event to educate on all things spacey. \nThe whole family will enjoy interactive talks in the classroom and then will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites\, learn about space in the purpose-built classroom and then weather permitting outside for some stargazing and peering through telescopes. \nHot chocolate and radiators are available too. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when you are outside. The observatory\, classroom and toilets are accessible. This is a pet free event. All children must be supervised by an adult. \nAdult: £19 (16+)\nChild: £12 (1-16)\nConcession: £16 (65+\, Blue Badge holder)\nFamily: £65 (Group ticket for 3-4 people. Min of 3\, Max of 4) \nBooking\n\nVisit https://bookwhen.com/grassholmeobservatory/e/ev-sg41-20251101180000 to book and for full terms and conditions.\n\nImage: The telescope at Grassholme Observatory © Grassholme Observatory. \nThis Grassholme Observatory (www.grassholmeobservatory.com) event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22 October to 2 November 2025 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest25 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-at-grassholme-observatory/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Stargazing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231105T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231105T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
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SUMMARY:Aurora night
DESCRIPTION:The event on 5 November 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. After 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. Get 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-4/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20230907T104717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T154016Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:The event on 4 November 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. After 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. Get 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/ 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 \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/astronomy-and-stargazing-3/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231101T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231101T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20230907T093540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T131605Z
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SUMMARY:Aurora night
DESCRIPTION:The event on 1 November 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. After 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. Get 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 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/ \nThis Grassholme Observatory event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk\n#NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-night-3/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T230000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231020T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
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:20221029T234500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221030T024500
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20220817T142225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T175503Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring our Milky Way
DESCRIPTION:The Milky Way is one of the most visually impactful objects observable in the night sky. To see it you must have inky black night skies (which we have) and no Moon in the\nsky – there’s no Moon tonight and so fingers crossed for clear skies! \nAt this time of year\, the Milky Way hangs high overhead\, and clearly visible are clusters of stars and dark nebulae that weave through the starfields of our home galaxy. Join the Grassholme Observatory team as we marvel at the visual beauty of them through our many telescopes. Observe different star colours and regions where new stars and planets are being forged. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies \nBook on the Grassholme Observatory website
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/exploring-our-milky-way/2022-10-29/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20221007T135548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T135548Z
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SUMMARY:Family astronomy
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! 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. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 –www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \nAdults: £19\nFamily: £65\nConcessions: £16\nChild ticket £12 \nAdult: 16+\nFamily: Minimum of 1 and a maximum of 4\nConcession: 65+ or Blue Badge holder\nChild: up to 16 \nPre-booking essential on Grassholme Observatory’s web site
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-3/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221028T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20220817T110548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T204113Z
UID:10000314-1666987200-1666998000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astronomy and Stargazing at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Dark Sky Astronomy and Stargazing at Grassholme Observatory  \nThe event will begin with a welcome from lead astronomer\, Gary Fildes – an experienced science communicator and astronomer. After the welcome\, Gary and the team will\nescort you into the new state of the art classroom with high definition (HD) projection system. Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. \nAfterwards you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky. With no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the stunning Milky Way\, which is high\noverhead\, and the planets Saturn\, Mars and Jupiter. 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. \nBook at Grassholme Observatory website. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-at-grassholme-observatory/2022-10-28/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221022T234500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221023T024500
DTSTAMP:20260420T180119
CREATED:20220817T142225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T175503Z
UID:10000129-1666482300-1666493100@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Exploring our Milky Way
DESCRIPTION:The Milky Way is one of the most visually impactful objects observable in the night sky. To see it you must have inky black night skies (which we have) and no Moon in the\nsky – there’s no Moon tonight and so fingers crossed for clear skies! \nAt this time of year\, the Milky Way hangs high overhead\, and clearly visible are clusters of stars and dark nebulae that weave through the starfields of our home galaxy. Join the Grassholme Observatory team as we marvel at the visual beauty of them through our many telescopes. Observe different star colours and regions where new stars and planets are being forged. \nBring warm clothes – it can get chilly. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies \nBook on the Grassholme Observatory website
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/exploring-our-milky-way/2022-10-22/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221022T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221022T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20220817T140631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T140631Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to astrophotography
DESCRIPTION:This event will concentrate on the exciting field of astrophotography. Nowadays everyone has a camera\, whether it is on a smartphone or a good DSLR. But have you\never used it to capture the night sky? Tonight’s event aims to teach the basics of night photography. You will learn how to utilise the settings of your camera and what they mean and\nhow to use them wisely on the sky so that you can get some stunning results. \nThe event leader\, Gary Fildes\, has over 25 years of experience in imaging the night sky. After an indoor introduction you will head outside to try it for yourself. \nBring your cameras along and start your journey into astrophotography. Bring warm clothes – it can get chilly when we are outside. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies \nAdults: £30\nConcession: £25\nAdult: 16+\nConcession: Over 65 / Blue badge holder \n  \nBook on Grassholme Observatory website
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/introduction-to-astrophotography/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221021T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221021T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20220817T110548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T204113Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Sky Astronomy and Stargazing at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Dark Sky Astronomy and Stargazing at Grassholme Observatory  \nThe event will begin with a welcome from lead astronomer\, Gary Fildes – an experienced science communicator and astronomer. After the welcome\, Gary and the team will\nescort you into the new state of the art classroom with high definition (HD) projection system. Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. \nAfterwards you will split into groups and\, weather depending\, start observing the sky. With no Moon in the sky\, you will look out for the stunning Milky Way\, which is high\noverhead\, and the planets Saturn\, Mars and Jupiter. 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. \nBook at Grassholme Observatory website. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22\n#NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-and-stargazing-at-grassholme-observatory/2022-10-21/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211031T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20211007T134908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T134908Z
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SUMMARY:Searching for life and habitable worlds in the universe
DESCRIPTION:A special event at Grassholme Observatory being led by Prof Wallace Arthur \nEvolutionary biologist and Author. Prof Wallace Arthur has dedicated his professional life to all things evolutionary and is the author of many science books – his most recent being The Biological Universe: Life in the Milky Way and beyond – published in 2020. Wallace is also a very keen astronomer – a natural progression therefore would be to consider and research the existence of extraterrestrial life elsewhere in the universe. It has to be the oldest and most profound unanswered questions. So what is the science behind all of this? And how close are we to answering that question. Come along and let Wallace begin to untangle the answers. After the talk\, you will then venture outside to actually observe stars that have known worlds orbiting them\, some of which will be Earth-like. As well as that you’ll look into the inky black moonless skies to see the Milky Way starfields and deep-sky island universes containing billions of suns. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/searching-for-life-and-habitable-worlds-in-the-universe/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T141323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T110157Z
UID:10000207-1635624000-1635634800@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy at Grassholme Observatory: session 2
DESCRIPTION:This event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy. With no Moon in the sky\, it is the perfect time to look out for the stunning Milky Way\, which is high overhead\, and the planets Saturn\, Mars and Jupiter. Attendees can then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for even more jewels of the cosmos. Then it’s back into the new\, state-of-the-art classroom for a hot drink\, more astronomy photography questions\, and boundless knowledge and inspiration. \nPre booking is essential: book via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/.  Tickets cost £20 (adult); £17 (concession) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy-copy/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T141118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T103318Z
UID:10000205-1635616800-1635622200@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory: session 2
DESCRIPTION:During the North Pennines Stargazing Festival why not have a family adventure into space\, and introduce the kids to astronomy and science during half term? Grassholme Observatory is holding interactive talks in the classroom\, allowing children to see and touch rocks from space. Weather permitting you can head outside for some stargazing through telescopes. Hot chocolate and radiators are there if needed too. A wonderful introduction to family astronomy under the dark skies of the North Pennines AONB at Grassholme. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ \nCost: £13 (adult) ; £10 (child) ; £12 (concessions); Family (£40) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211029T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211029T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T131755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T110637Z
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SUMMARY:Dark sky astronomy at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:This Grassholme Observatory event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy. With no Moon in the sky\, look out for the stunning Milky Way\, which is high overhead\, and the planets Saturn\, Mars and Jupiter\, then use the robotic telescope to scour the skies for more jewels of the cosmos. Then it’s back into the classroom for a hot drink\, more astronomy photography questions\, and boundless knowledge and inspiration. Gary Fildes\, experienced science communicator and astronomer\, and the observatory team\, will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, there will be the opportunity to observe the night sky (weather permitting) with Grassholme’s array of telescopes and cameras. \nPre booking is essential: book via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ . Tickets cost £20 (adult); £17 (concession) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies \n 
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-sky-astronomy/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T130322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T110324Z
UID:10000199-1635451200-1635462000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Aurora nights at Grassholme Observatory: session 2
DESCRIPTION:Expert tuition from the Grassholme Observatory team of astronomers\, as they take you on a journey centred around the Aurora Borealis. On certain nights throughout the year\, you may even see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It’s visible in the North Pennine skies\, but the conditions have to be right to see them and those conditions can be very rare indeed. Whilst we cannot guarantee you will see them\, you will certainly leave well informed on how to spot them in future\, and what exactly they are. The event will begin with a personal welcome from Grassholme’s astronomer\, Gary Fildes. After the welcome\, Gary and the team will escort you into the new\, state-of-the-art classroom\, which has a cosy feel\, and high definition (HD) projection system. \nBooking is essential: book via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ . Tickets cost: £18 (adults); £15 (concessions); £55 (family) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-nights-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211027T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211027T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210901T070024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T111824Z
UID:10000177-1635364800-1635375600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever looked up at the night time sky and wondered why you can’t see anything other than stars? Or 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\, or how a telescope works\, or even where it all came from? If you answered yes to any of these questions\, then this evening is for you. During the evening you’ll discover details about the night sky that will amaze\, inform\, thrill and engage you – then it’s off to the telescopes for the chance to observe the sky\, through some seriously powerful pieces of equipment\, and the opportunity to take pictures of what you see\, as you gaze at the stars overhead. \nThe event will begin with a personal welcome from Grassholme Observatory’s astronomer\, Gary Fildes. After the welcome\, the team will escort you into the new state of the art classroom\, which has a cosy feel\, and high definition (HD) projection system. Here you’ll have a whistle stop tour of the Universe followed by an opportunity to observe the night sky (weather permitting) with an array of telescopes and cameras. After the observing ends\, it’s back inside for a hot drink and a chat\, before you head off home. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ \nTickets cost  £20 (adult); £16 (concessions) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/introduction-to-astronomy-2/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211024T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211024T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T125640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T175555Z
UID:10000198-1635105600-1635116400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Aurora nights at Grassholme Observatory: session 1
DESCRIPTION:Expert tuition from the Grassholme Observatory team of astronomers\, as they take you on a journey centred around the Aurora Borealis. On certain nights throughout the year\, you may even see the Aurora Borealis from Grassholme. It’s visible in the North Pennine skies\, but the conditions have to be right to see them and those conditions can be very rare indeed. Whilst we cannot guarantee you will see them\, you will certainly leave well informed on how to spot them in future\, and what exactly they are. The event will begin with a personal welcome from Grassholme’s astronomer\, Gary Fildes. After the welcome\, Gary and the team will escort you into the new state of the art classroom\, which has a cosy feel\, and high definition (HD) projection system. \nBooking is essential: book via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ . Tickets cost: £18 (adults); £15 (concessions); £55 (family) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/aurora-nights-1/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211023T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211023T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210924T105047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T135522Z
UID:10000196-1635019200-1635030000@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Out into the Universe at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Where did the Universe come from? Why are we here? How will the Universe end? Did it have a beginning? Explore the ideas behind the evolution of the Universe and its effect on how we view the world through the scientific lens. Astronomer Gary Fildes and the team will escort you into Grassholme Observatory’s new state of the art classroom\, which has a cosy feel\, and high definition (HD) projection system. Gary will take you on a whistle stop tour of the Universe. Following this\, weather depending\, there will be an opportunity to observe the sky with an array of telescopes and cameras. \nPre booking is essential\, book via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/. Tickets cost £20 (adult); £16 (concessions) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/out-into-the-universe/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211023T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210923T150320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T131412Z
UID:10000185-1635012000-1635017400@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Family astronomy at Grassholme Observatory
DESCRIPTION:During the North Pennines Stargazing Festival why not have a family adventure into space\, and introduce the kids to astronomy and science during half term? Grassholme Observatory is holding interactive talks in the classroom\, allowing children to see and touch rocks from space. Weather permitting you can head outside for some stargazing through telescopes. Hot chocolate and radiators are there if needed too. All in all\, a wonderful introduction to family astronomy under the dark skies of the North Pennines AONB at Grassholme. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ \nCost: £13 (adult) ; £10 (child) ; £12 (concessions); Family (£40) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/family-astronomy/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211022T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211022T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T180120
CREATED:20210923T142137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T113617Z
UID:10000183-1634932800-1634943600@northpennines.org.uk
SUMMARY:Astronomy and stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever looked up at the night time sky and wondered why you can’t see anything other than stars? Or 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\, or how a telescope works\, or even where it all came from? If you answered yes to any of these questions\, then this evening is for you. During the evening you’ll discover details about the night sky that will amaze\, inform\, thrill and engage you – then it’s off to the telescopes for the chance to observe the sky\, through some seriously powerful pieces of equipment\, and the opportunity to take pictures of what you see\, as you gaze at the stars overhead. \nThe event will begin with a personal welcome from Grassholme Observatory’s astronomer\, Gary Fildes. After the welcome\, the team will escort you into the new state of the art classroom\, which has a cosy feel\, and high definition (HD) projection system. Here you’ll have a whistle stop tour of the Universe followed by an opportunity to observe the night sky (weather permitting) with an array of telescopes and cameras. After the observing ends\, it’s back inside for a hot drink and a chat\, before you head off home. \nPre-booking is essential via https://www.grassholmeobservatory.com/book/ \nTickets cost  £20 (adult); £16 (concessions) \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies
URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/introduction-to-astronomy-1/
LOCATION:Grassholme Observatory\, DL12 0PW
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