Cosmic journey in Chambers Farm Wood

Night owls are being invited to spend a night with the stars in Chambers Farm Wood.

The Forestry Commission has invited one of the UK’s best known astronomers, Paul Money, from Horncastle, to take keen stargazers on a tour of the heavens and let them glimpse fabulous heavenly wonders through a powerful telescope.

The event takes place on Friday 19 February, but you’ll need to book to take part on 01526 399943.

Stargazing events have become hugely popular in the 360 hectare (900 acre) wood near Wragby, Lincs, and this year two more astro-nights are planned in the summer and autumn to track the changing seasons.

Mary Porter, Education Ranger, said:

“Winter nights can be chilly so you’ll need to wrap up warm, but the transparent skies above the wood are a wonderful reward, with stars sparkling like diamonds on the velvety black sky.”

The event starts with an introductory talk at 7pm in the Chambers Farm Wood Centre, off the B1202 Bardney to Wragby road. The cost is £3, which includes hot drinks. Bring binoculars if you have them. The event is suitable for children over 8 years old.

NOTES TO EDITOR
Forestry Commission England is the government department responsible for protecting, expanding and promoting the sustainable management of woods and forests and increasing their value to society and the environment. Forestry makes a real contribution to sustainable development, providing social and environmental benefits arising from planting and managing attractive, as well as productive, woodlands. For more visit www.forestry.gov.uk

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