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A poem to leave you starstruck!

My Little Star by Annette Wynne: My little star lives very high; I almost lose it in the sky, Because there are so many others, Sisters, cousins, aunts and brothers; All beside it looking down In the windows of our town; But my star is mine alone, I shall keep it for my own, Keep...

How to stargaze like a pro!

So, the sun has gone down and the stars are shining in all their glory - but how do you stargaze properly to ensure you see everything you want to see? Good question! We’ve listed some ideas below for you to get set up for your perfect stargazing evening. Check the calendar. Stargazing depe...

7 mind-blowing facts about outer space

Our night sky will eventually turn completely black Yep, that’s right: one day, our night sky will just be a completely dark, black canvas. But don’t worry, it won’t happen for at least a few billion years. Once our galaxy, the Milky Way, merges with neighbouring Andromeda Galaxy, we’ll slowly st...

Which stars are the brightest?

When looking up at the clear night sky, some stars always seem to stand out much more than others. But why is this? Here are the top five brightest stars visible to the human eye from Earth, and the reasons behind their striking glow: Sirius (Alpha Canis Majoris) Meaning ‘scorching’ or ‘glowing...

Which stargazing app should I use to find my star?

Great – so you’ve made the step to register a star. Whether this is in the name of a loved one, someone special in your life, or just to carve out your own little space of the night sky, it’s up there. But with around 100 thousand million (yes, you read that right) stars in our galaxy alone, what...

The science behind star signs

Want to know more about how your star sign is determined? Find out what they mean? Then you’ve come to the right place! The 12 star signs were named after constellations which determine the path that the sun travels over the course of a year, then matched up with dates accordingly. You can read ou...

Top 5 stargazing events to look out for in 2021

Another year brings another full calendar of spectacular stargazing events, with many visible to the naked eye right from your back garden! Here’s just a few things to look forward to seeing light up the skies in 2021: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and the Moon – all at once! (March 9th) One of the...

Five stargazing benefits ideal for self-care

Self-care is important for keeping your mental-health and well-being in good shape. Stargazing is a great form of self-care, and has a huge number of benefits. Here are five reasons why: Stress relief “The night sky is therapy” - Astronomy educator Gary Boyle. A study conducted by Cove...

Which Name A Star gift package should I buy?

With such a great range of products on offer, it’s only natural that you might be a little unsure as to which one would be best for you. Here’s a brief explanation of each package we offer with the details of what is included to give you a hand choosing the perfect one. Standard Star Curr...

Best places to stargaze in the South West of England?

Following our previous guides on where to stargaze in Ireland, Scotland and Wales , we thought it’s time to take a visit to the South West of England. The region boasts golden beaches, rugged landscapes and spectacular coastlines to visit by day, and jaw-dropping skylines by night. Here are...

The future of stargazing: What will we miss?

It’s often quite hard to believe that human life, as we know it, will be only a tiny period of time in the grand scheme of things. So much so, that no-one will be around to witness some of the most extraordinary future events to take place in the sky above. Here’s just a few that’ll happen long af...

Where to stargaze in Ireland!

“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” - Vincent Van Gogh In part 3 of our series on where to head for your next stargazing adventure, and we’re off over the water to the green island of Ireland. So where to? Lough Gur, Limerick - Nestle...