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Which stars are the brightest?

Which stars are the brightest?

25th February 2021

When looking up at the clear night sky, some stars always seem to stand out much more than others. But why is this? Here are the top five brightest stars visible to the human eye from Earth, and the reasons behind their striking glow: Sirius (Alpha Canis Majoris) Meaning ‘scorching’ or ‘glowing...

Which stargazing app should I use to find my star?

Which stargazing app should I use to find my star?

25th February 2021

Great – so you’ve made the step to register a star. Whether this is in the name of a loved one, someone special in your life, or just to carve out your own little space of the night sky, it’s up there. But with around 100 thousand million (yes, you read that right) stars in our galaxy alone, what...

The science behind star signs

The science behind star signs

25th February 2021

Want to know more about how your star sign is determined? Find out what they mean? Then you’ve come to the right place! The 12 star signs were named after constellations which determine the path that the sun travels over the course of a year, then matched up with dates accordingly. You can read ou...

Top 5 stargazing events to look out for in 2021

Top 5 stargazing events to look out for in 2021

15th February 2021

Another year brings another full calendar of spectacular stargazing events, with many visible to the naked eye right from your back garden! Here’s just a few things to look forward to seeing light up the skies in 2021: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and the Moon – all at once! (March 9th) One of the...

Five stargazing benefits ideal for self-care

Five stargazing benefits ideal for self-care

15th February 2021

Self-care is important for keeping your mental-health and well-being in good shape. Stargazing is a great form of self-care, and has a huge number of benefits. Here are five reasons why: Stress relief “The night sky is therapy” - Astronomy educator Gary Boyle. A study conducted by Cove...

Which Name A Star gift package should I buy?

Which Name A Star gift package should I buy?

10th February 2021

With such a great range of products on offer, it’s only natural that you might be a little unsure as to which one would be best for you. Here’s a brief explanation of each package we offer with the details of what is included to give you a hand choosing the perfect one. Standard Star Curr...

Best places to stargaze in the South West of England?

Best places to stargaze in the South West of England?

31st January 2021

Following our previous guides on where to stargaze in Ireland, Scotland and Wales , we thought it’s time to take a visit to the South West of England. The region boasts golden beaches, rugged landscapes and spectacular coastlines to visit by day, and jaw-dropping skylines by night. Here are...

The future of stargazing: What will we miss?

The future of stargazing: What will we miss?

31st January 2021

It’s often quite hard to believe that human life, as we know it, will be only a tiny period of time in the grand scheme of things. So much so, that no-one will be around to witness some of the most extraordinary future events to take place in the sky above. Here’s just a few that’ll happen long af...

Where to stargaze in Ireland!

Where to stargaze in Ireland!

30th January 2021

“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” - Vincent Van Gogh In part 3 of our series on where to head for your next stargazing adventure, and we’re off over the water to the green island of Ireland. So where to? Lough Gur, Limerick - Nestle...

Superstar punchlines…

Superstar punchlines…

29th January 2021

Sometimes, we all need a little cheering and what could be better than some astronomy jokes?* *We take no responsibility for how bad these jokes are :) What did Mars say to Saturn? Give me a ring sometime! How do you organise a space party? You planet! What does a star win in a competi...

Let’s talk constellations!

Let’s talk constellations!

29th January 2021

You may have heard us mentioning constellations every so often, but what exactly is it and what do you need to look out for? A constellation is a recognised pattern of stars in the sky and the word is from the Latin constellacio, which means ‘a set of stars’. Fun fact for you, stars within on...

Best places to stargaze in Wales

Best places to stargaze in Wales

28th January 2021

Last time, we took you on a trip to the glorious countryside of Scotland and their best places to stargaze (all of which you can find right here). This time, we’re taking you on a virtual trek down to the scenic country of Wales, and their incredible stargazing spots. The best places to wrap...

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