This month we meet the new SPIDER Radio Telescope which has become the latest addition to the Kielder Forest landscape. Director of Astronomy Dan Pye give us a tour, and explains some of the things we will now be able to detect in space with it. 

This addition means that even on a cloudy night, visitors will be able to take in some radio observations, and for schools and universities they will have a new resource to help with research into aspects of space.

We also bring you a full round of of the things to watch out for in the night sky over the final part of 2021.

This month we meet the new SPIDER Radio Telescope which has become the latest addition to the Kielder Forest landscape. Director of Astronomy Dan Pye give us a tour, and explains some of the things we will now be able to detect in space with it.&nbsp;
This addition means that even on a cloudy night, visitors will be able to take in some radio observations, and for schools and universities they will have a new resource to help with research into aspects of space.
We also bring you a full round of of the things to watch out for in the night sky over the final part of 2021.

The official monthly podcast from Kielder Observatory in Northumberland UK, situated under some of the darkest skies in the world.

If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!


Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night sky wherever you are, and of course update you on what's happening at the observatory too!


Subscribe now, and maybe we'll see you at Kielder soon!

The&nbsp;official&nbsp;monthly podcast from&nbsp;Kielder Observatory&nbsp;in Northumberland UK, situated under some of the darkest skies in the world.
If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!
 Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night sky wherever you are, and of course update you on what's happening at the observatory too!
 Subscribe now, and maybe we'll see you at Kielder soon!

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Kielder Observatory Podcast

The official monthly podcast from Kielder Observatory in Northumberland UK, situated under some of the darkest skies in the world.

If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!


Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night sky wherever you are, and of course update you on what's happening at the observatory too!


Subscribe now, and maybe we'll see you at Kielder soon!

The official monthly podcast from Kielder Observatory in Northumberland UK, situated under some of the darkest skies in the world.
If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!
 Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night sky wherever you are, and of course update you on what's happening at the observatory too!
 Subscribe now, and maybe we'll see you at Kielder soon!

Radio Astronomy Comes To Kielder

In this episode of the Kielder Observatory Podcast, join Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy Dan Pye as they unveil the new experience at Twice Brewed Inn, located right on Hadrian's Wall. They discuss the significance of summer openings for stargazing, share exciting astronomical events happening this month, and explore the beauty of noctilucent clouds. Special guest Robson Green joins the conversation, sharing his passion for astronomy and the importance of reconnecting with the night sky. Don't miss this enlightening journey into the cosmos!

In this episode of the Kielder Observatory Podcast, join Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy Dan Pye as they unveil the new experience at Twice Brewed Inn, located right on Hadrian's Wall. They discuss the significance of summer openings for stargazing, share exciting astronomical events happening this month, and explore the beauty of noctilucent clouds. Special guest Robson Green joins the conversation, sharing his passion for astronomy and the importance of reconnecting with the night sky. Don't miss this enlightening journey into the cosmos!

Special Guest ROBSON GREEN at Twice Brewed official opening!

In this episode, we dive deep into the "invisible scaffolding" of the cosmos with Professor Richard Massey. Richard and his team at Durham University recently made headlines by releasing the highest-resolution map of dark matter ever created, using 255 hours of data from the James Webb Space Telescope.

We explore how dark matter acts as the architect of our universe, why it’s more like a "ghost" than a "particle," and how we can "see" something that refuses to reflect, emit, or block light. Whether you're a physics buff or just someone who looks at the stars and wonders why they haven't flown away yet, this conversation will change the way you look at the "empty" space around you.

In this episode, we dive deep into the "invisible scaffolding" of the cosmos with Professor Richard Massey. Richard and his team at Durham University recently made headlines by releasing the highest-resolution map of dark matter ever created, using 255 hours of data from the James Webb Space Telescope.
We explore how dark matter acts as the architect of our universe, why it&rsquo;s more like a "ghost" than a "particle," and how we can "see" something that refuses to reflect, emit, or block light. Whether you're a physics buff or just someone who looks at the stars and wonders why they haven't flown away yet, this conversation will change the way you look at the "empty" space around you.

Dark Matter - the Ghost in the Machine, with Prof Richard Massey

In this episode, we venture beyond the dark skies of Northumberland to the launchpads of Florida. We dive deep into the Artemis II mission, NASA’s historic first crewed flight to the Moon in over half a century. We discuss the the crew’s journey, and why this mission is a pivotal stepping stone for the lunar south pole landings. Since recording the conversation the mission launch has been delayed until the first week of March following issues found during the "wet testing" over the weekend.

Plus, we look at the transition from winter to spring in our night sky, highlighting the "Planetary Parade" and the best time to see Orion before he departs for the season.

Book your tickets for our February events at kielderobservatory.org.

In this episode, we venture beyond the dark skies of Northumberland to the launchpads of Florida. We dive deep into the Artemis II mission, NASA&rsquo;s historic first crewed flight to the Moon in over half a century. We discuss the the crew&rsquo;s journey, and why this mission is a pivotal stepping stone for the lunar south pole landings. Since recording the conversation the mission launch has been delayed until the first week of March following issues found during the "wet testing" over the weekend.
Plus, we look at the transition from winter to spring in our night sky, highlighting the "Planetary Parade" and the best time to see Orion before he departs for the season.
Book your tickets for our February events at <a href="https://kielderobservatory.org/">kielderobservatory.org</a>.

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