AS darkness falls earlier and the nights are still warm, it’s a great time for stargazing.
Find your way around the night sky with my easy tips for both adults and children.
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TRI OUT TELESCOPE: It doesn’t need to cost the Earth to encourage a love of the universe.
For just £15 you can get a Science Mad telescope, with a table-top tripod included, from The Works, which mini space explorers will love.
’APPY STARGAZING: Download free apps to help you navigate the night sky.
I like the free versions of Stellarium, and Star Tracker, which will help you identify stars, constellations and planets.
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STELLAR SHOW: When it comes to plain speaking about all things space related, Adrian West is your man.
The author of The Secret World Of Stars (Kindle version, £2.99, on Amazon.co.uk), he posts online as Virtual Astro and is the creator of the sell-out Night Sky theatre show.
TAKE A SPACE TRIP: Dark Sky Discovery Sites are places where you can get great views of the stars on a cloudless night, away from light pollution.
Find your nearest at www.darkskydiscovery.org.uk.
CHART TOPPER: For a romantic gift, the Chartologist Night Sky interactive poster from Prezzybox.com is a keeper.
Stargazers and lovers can scratch off the constellations as they enjoy evenings under the stars together for years to come.
It’s now £9.99, down from £26.95.
LUNAR LESSONS: Get star gazing tuition from an astronomer from the comfort of your own home and it won’t cost the sun, moon and stars.
The online experience, priced at £18, is available from virginexperiencedays.co.uk.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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