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Stargazing in Northumberland Dark Sky Park
Episode Summary
Duncan Wise was instrumental in securing International Dark Sky Park status for Northumberland National Park. In this episode, he shares practical information on opportunities for stargazing and nightscape astrophotography in Northumberland Dark Sky Park.
Episode Notes
Northumberland Dark Sky Park has exceptionally dark night skies. In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Duncan Wise, the visitor development and marketing manager at Northumberland National Park Authority. He talks to us about opportunities offered by Northumberland Dark Sky Park for stargazing and nightscape astrophotography.
Time Stamps :
- 06:36 : Have there been any measures implemented in Northumberland Dark Sky Park to reduce or limit light pollution ?
- 12:29 : Can one see the Milky Way from Northumberland Dark Sky Park ? When can one see the Milky Way from Northumberland Dark Sky Park ?
- 15:14 : Are there any observatories in Northumberland ?
- 22:04 : Are there any planetariums in Northumberland ?
- 23:28 : Are there any astronomy clubs in Northumberland ?
- 25:53 : Are there opportunities for doing nightscape astrophotography in Northumberland Dark Sky Park ?
- 27:17 : Is there a possibility to do nocturnal nature trails in Northumberland Dark Sky Park ?
- 30:06 : Are there any dark sky friendly Bed and Breakfasts in Northumberland Dark Sky Park ?
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