Dark Sky Viewing Nights

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Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!

About Dark Sky Viewing Nights

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Take a closer look at Renfrewshire’s stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights.

Led by John Pressly – Science Curator at One Ren’s Paisley Museum – and Clyde Muirshiel’s Countryside Rangers, this series of outdoor events will explore some of the most mesmerising wonders of the night sky through a telescope. Expect to see the Moon, featured planets, far-away galaxies, constellations and even the International Space Station.

January’s event
This first viewing night of the New Year will take place on Monday 20th January at Muirshiel Visitor Centre, within Muirshiel Country Park. This site has the darkest sky in Renfrewshire due to its unique moorland location, away from the polluting glow of the nearby towns and cities of the central belt.

Planned is an in-depth look at the planet Venus, which will be visible in the night’s sky and if not, an indoor lecture where John will take questions from the audience.

February’s event
This viewing night on Monday 17th February will take place at Muirshiel Visitor Centre, within Muirshiel Country Park. This site has the darkest sky in Renfrewshire due to its unique moorland location, away from the polluting glow of the nearby towns and cities of the central belt.

Planned is an in depth look at the planet Mars, which will be visible in the night’s sky and if not, an indoor lecture where John will take questions from the audience.

March’s event
This viewing night on Monday 10th March will take place at Castle Semple Visitor Centre, Lochwinnoch. This site has a great dark sky, due to its lochside location away the light polluting glow of some of the other towns and cities of the central belt.

Planned is an in depth look at the Moon, which will be visible in the night’s sky and if not, an indoor lecture where John will take questions from the audience.

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