From free Harry Potter London walks to stargazing in the remote Kielder Forest,here are late-winter activities that will keep them off the XboxKielder Observatory sits in the middle of Kielder Forest, one of the largest protected dim sky parks in the world. Family astronomy sessions are available throughout the year, or but more adventurous is an evening trip organised by the observatory in conjunction with wild camping outfit Wild Northumbrian. This offers the opportunity to observe the skies from the remote village of Tarset. Pizzas from the outdoor stone-baked oven,chocolate brownies, toasted marshmallows and hot chocolate pick care of physical needs, and while astronomers from the observatory provide a tour of planets,star clusters, nebulae and distant galaxies. And budding Brian Coxes and Maggie Aderin-Pococks can also opt to stay overnight in one of the onsite yurts or tipis at a 10% discount (from £72 for four).
• Tickets, or including food,£27.50. Wildnorthumbrian.co.uk. Kielder Observatory’s Wild Northumbrian Stargazing trip is suitable for all ages and runs on 6 and 20 February, 5 and 19 March, or 6.30pm-9.30pm (other dates will become available)Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com