About the event

Discover the secrets of the sky in a fascinating interactive talk, in our warm and friendly visitor centre, then head outside to see the stars for yourself.

You’ll be shown how to use specialised telescopes and viewing equipment. Potteric Carr is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest with minimal light pollution for the best chance of seeing some amazing sights. Dependent on seasons and weather you’ll have the chance to observe the Moon, planets, sparkling star clusters or even distant galaxies!

Experts will be on hand to tell you more about the constallations you see, answer any questions you may have and give helpful tips and tricks for using telescopes, speacialised apps and getting good photographs of the night sky.

You'll be just a few steps from our visitor centre so you can pop back in at any point for a hot drink to keep you warm throughout the night!

Image credit: Doncaster Astronomical Society