stargazing
Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight – and conditions are perfect. Here's how to see it
Get the best view of the Orionid meteor shower as it peaks today and tomorrow – and a new moon means the skies will be extra dark for stargazers
Meteor shower guide: why do meteor showers occur and when is the next meteor shower in the UK?
Find out when to look out for meteor showers such as Perseids, Draconids and Orionids in the UK in 2025.
Planet parade 2025: Here are the best Dark Sky locations to see planetary alignment for the last time until 2040
If you want the best chances of seeing this year's planetary alignment, head to a Dark Sky site. The UK has a growing number of them – here's our expert guide on the best locations to stargaze in Britain, advice to help you see more in the dark, and basic equipment to help you get started
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Full moon names 2025: your month by month guide
The lunar calendar includes 12, or sometimes 13, full moons per year. Each moon has a different name - find out what they are called and where their names come from with our guide to full moons.
Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors named International Dark Sky Reserves
Two of Yorkshire's National Parks have been awarded International Dark Sky Reserve status, joining an exclusive group of locations worldwide
Stellar Explosions: Bright lights in the night sky
Your guide to the latest stellar explosion, explaining the science behind it and where you can see it.