Peterson Park - Stargazing family event

Stargazing special effects (credit: Richard Lay)

Stargazing (credit: Richard Lay)

Peterson Park - Stargazing family event

Location:
Peterson Park, Bignold Road, Mile Cross, Norwich, NR3 2QZ
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Join us on this introduction to the night sky at Peterson Park

Event details

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Date

Time
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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About the event

Can you find the North Star? Join us on this introduction to the night sky to find out how. We will also find other interesting objects including Jupiter, double stars and star clusters and use constellations to navigate the night sky.

Do bring along your own binoculars and a red torch/rear bicycle light if you have them. You can also download free night sky navigation apps to your phone.

Please note the exact start point will be shared with you a few days before the event.

 

 

 

 

Booking

Price

Free

Suitable for

Adults

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What to bring

Waterproof shoes or wellies recommended. Please wear warm clothing and bring gloves as it may be cold. Do bring along your own binoculars and a red torch/rear bicycle light if you have them. You can also download free night sky navigation apps to your phone.

To find out more about Sweet Briar Marshes and to join our keep informed mailing list visit www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/SweetBriar 

 

Important Information

Important Health and Safety Information

Events will take place in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe. Please ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Please be advised to take caution when walking on a site with open water and ensure that you always remain on the designated paths. Biting insects can be present at certain times of the year and you may choose to apply insect repellent as a precaution. In warmer weather, you may wish to bring sun cream, water and a sunhat.