Northumberland Astronomical Socity (http://www.nastro.org.uk) are holding a series of public outreach events, which should prove interesting to novices and seasoned astronomers alike.

There will be a series of talks given by a published cosmologist, on a variety of subjects (see below), followed by observing sessions (weather permitting) including the use of our observatory, and refreshments will be provided.

22/08/2009 at 19:30 Sights and sounds of the Solar System
29/08/2009 at 19:30 Powers of 10: the scale of the universe
05/09/2009 at 19:30 Origins
12/09/2009 at 19:30 Observing the universe
19/09/2009 at 19:30 Amateur astronomy

For bookings call - 07803 392 600

Admission Charges:
Adult £5.00
Child £3.00
OAPs £3.00
Families £12.00

Visit http://www.nastro.org.uk and scroll down on the first page to see our poster, or visit the events page to find the leaflet and full details of the programme.

The events will be held at Hauxley Nature Reserve, just south of Amble, and is easy to find from the A1.