15 June 2026
The summer solstice: the longest day and a turning point
The summer solstice takes place in the UK on Sunday 21 June 2026 at 9.24am BST. It marks the moment when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted most directly...
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15 June 2026
A partial lunar eclipse in August 2026
During the early hours of Friday 28 August 2026, the Moon will pass through the Earth’s shadow. The partial lunar eclipse begins at approximately 3.33am BST and reaches...
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15 June 2026
How to watch the August 2026 partial solar eclipse safely
A major partial solar eclipse will be visible from the UK and Ireland on Wednesday 12 August 2026. At maximum eclipse, around 90% of the Sun will be...
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15 June 2026
Bringing space science to life for Years 5 and 6
Space is one of the most powerful subjects for inspiring scientific curiosity. It brings together forces, light, observation, technology, scale and the natural world while encouraging pupils to...
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15 June 2026
Astronomy residencies for hotels and cruise lines
Guests increasingly look for experiences that feel distinctive, enriching and worth remembering. The Starsmith can be offered as a recurring astronomy residency for hotels, resorts and cruise programmes...
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15 June 2026
Astronomy experiences for venues and events
A memorable event needs more than a room and a timetable. It needs an experience that gives people something to enjoy together and something to continue talking about...
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15 June 2026
Why light pollution matters
Light allows us to see, travel safely and enjoy our towns and cities after dark. However, when artificial light is excessive, poorly directed or used when it is...
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15 June 2026
The Starsmith is back!
After a pause, The Starsmith is preparing to return with a new programme of interactive astronomy shows. The relaunch brings a refreshed website, new show material and a...
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