Astronomy Evenings

Join us for a evening under the stars, spotting constellations and sharing cool space stories with fellow sky lovers!
About this Event

Join us for monthly astronomy sessions, where each month brings new wonders as the constellations shift.

• Travel millions of light years without leaving the Fen
• No experience or equipment needed – perfect for all levels of interest
• View real celestial objects through professional telescopes

Step outside, look up, and explore the night sky like never before!
£35 per person (Age 16+)

What to expect:

• Live telescope viewing
• Guided night sky tour
• Informal expert talks
• Hands-on engagement with equipment

Each monthly session at Flag Fen offers a hands-on, approachable introduction to the night sky:

Guided night sky tour

• Take a live exploration of the heavens, with guidance to help you identify constellations, planets, and key celestial features.

Telescope viewing

• Get close-up views of the Moon, Jupiter and selected deep-sky objects, including galaxies when visible
• Specialist telescopes with binocular eyepieces make it easy for everyone to enjoy the view.

Expert-led sessions

Your sessions will be led by Dean Watson, who brings:

• Extensive hands-on experience in observational astronomy
• Practical expertise with a wide range of telescopes and equipment
• A strong track record of delivering engaging, public-facing astronomy sessions

Sessions are designed to be approachable, experience-led learning, making the sessions welcoming for complete beginners while still offering depth and insight for more experienced stargazers.