Tag: Stargazing

A Flashmob in the Sky By James H

A Flashmob in the Sky By James H

The fresh, crisp summer air is a welcome refreshment from an hour after hour spent inside. I zip up my jacket, feeling the cosiness it brings as I stroll from the car. I’m heading for a lovely spot only a short drive away from my house. It’s just my girlfriend and I, a blanket, flask of hot chocolat...

Best beginner telescopes for stargazers in 2021

Best beginner telescopes for stargazers in 2021

30th March 2021

For those of us out there that like to take stargazing just that extra step further, it’s important to invest in a quality telescope and to know what each of the different types have to offer. Here are some of our favourite telescopes that we’d recommend for the average beginner stargazer to kick-st...

Aries Constellation: What does it represent?

Aries Constellation: What does it represent?

25th March 2021

As we near the end of March, we start to enter the time of year representing the Zodiac sign Aries (March 21st - April 19th). But what exactly does Aries represent and what is the history behind it? The Ram Aries’s symbol is the Ram and is associated with initiation, courage, boldness, spontan...

Celebrate the stars in your life

Celebrate the stars in your life

24th March 2021

It’s been almost a year since we first went into lockdown and everyone has learnt and grown from the past twelve months in their own way. Many of us have seen tough and testing times and have made it through what’s sure to be one of the strangest and most unique times of our lives. But it’s importan...

Written in the stars: Ideas to celebrate an engagement

Written in the stars: Ideas to celebrate an engagement

24th March 2021

For those of us who enjoyed another successful Valentine’s day a few weeks ago, it can be a true delight to look back and reflect on the past with your partner. And for some, it may now even be time to look with excitement for the future - particularly if you’re now engaged. But with lockdown still...

Star of the Month

Star of the Month

22nd March 2021

As a way of recognising heroes who are sadly no longer with us, we’re naming Captain Sir Tom Moore as our ‘Star of the Month’ for March. The 100-year-old raised a staggering £33m for NHS charities over the course of his final year of life, inspiring the nation and lifting spirits in times of dark...

Top five star-themed room decorations

Top five star-themed room decorations

22nd March 2021

For those of us who are completely star-crazed, it sometimes seems like we just can’t get enough of surrounding ourselves with space-themed decor. If you’re one of these people, you’re in luck! Here are our top-five suggestions to make any room sparkle and shine like you’re sleeping in the centre of...

Star constellations for Mothers Day

Star constellations for Mothers Day

22nd March 2021

Once a year the time comes around where mothers can truly sit back, put up their feet and celebrate all that they have achieved so far in motherhood. For their children, there are a number of ways to pamper them and make this day special - one of these being to pick a constellation that truly repres...

How to write a heartfelt and impactful condolences card

How to write a heartfelt and impactful condolences card

17th March 2021

There comes a time in everyone’s life where you’re met with the difficult task of writing a sympathy card after someone close to you passes away. While it can be very hard to put exactly how you feel into words, there are a number of ways to make sure that your message truly touches hearts. Plan o...

Lockdown-friendly date ideas

Lockdown-friendly date ideas

17th March 2021

While it sometimes may seem like that magical 21st June date is ages away, in reality, we’ve only a few short months before things should start returning back to normal. However, it’s important that in the meantime we make the most of things - especially when spending time with the ones we love. Her...

A Star For Every Occasion

A Star For Every Occasion

17th March 2021

With so many special dates in our lives, it’s a lovely thought to know that each one can be celebrated forever with a star up in the sky. Whether the aim is to provide good fortune with a new job or simply to have a reassuring presence watch over someone you love from the night sky above - there’s a...

Superstar quiz time!

Superstar quiz time!

This quiz is great whether you’re a teacher looking to test your students or you’re simply looking for a new quiz to test your own astronomy knowledge! Answers at the bottom so no peeking! Good luck and be sure to let us know your scores. If you’re stuck, many of the answers are in our blogs...

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