Astronomy
Beaver Moon 2025: how to see the brightest and largest super moon of the year
Tonight's Beaver Moon is set to be the largest and brightest super moon of 2025
Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight – and conditions are perfect. Here's how to see it
Get the best view of the Orionid meteor shower as it peaks today and tomorrow – and a new moon means the skies will be extra dark for stargazers
This month’s full moon is a supermoon – here’s what that actually means (and how you can see it)
A rare supermoon will light up the skies this month. Here’s what makes it special, when to see it – and the best spots in the UK to catch a glimpse
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Another meteor shower is heading for UK skies this week – here’s how to see this celestial spectacle, famed for its dazzling surprises
The Draconid meteor shower once produced some of the most spectacular displays of the 20th century – and it’s back in UK skies this week
Saturn opposition 2025: How to see the ringed planet at its brightest and biggest with the naked eye this week
With longer nights come darker skies – look out for the spectacular Saturn opposition on 21 September
Blood moon lunar eclipse to rise in UK skies this weekend – here's how to see it
This month's full Corn Moon rises on 7 September with a lunar eclipse, bathing the night sky in a striking reddish glow.
Northern Lights visible in the UK – with more sightings tonight. Here's how to see the aurora borealis fill the night sky
What are the Northern Lights, and where are the best places to see them on UK shores?
Rare 'black moon' to rise in skies this weekend – here's everything you need to know it
The concept of a black moon is a complicated one, with multiple definitions and dates to wrangle with, but we’re here to help clear up the confusion.
Meteor shower guide: why do meteor showers occur and when is the next meteor shower in the UK?
Find out when to look out for meteor showers such as Perseids, Draconids and Orionids in the UK in 2025.
Perseid meteor shower set to fill our skies this week – here’s how to see hundreds of fireballs shooting across the sky
NASA considers this to be “the best meteor shower of the year”, so it’s probably worth a trip outside to take in the sights.
Sturgeon Moon: How and when to see this week's majestic summer full moon
Everything you need to know about the Sturgeon Moon, when it takes place this year and what the spiritual meaning is behind it
When are this year's supermoons and why do they happen? These are the dates to add to your diary – and how you can capture their magic with photography
Everything you need to know about this year's supermoons, why they happen and how to photograph them
Buck Moon: How and when to see July's stunning full moon (and where it gets its name)
Everything you need to know about the Buck Moon, when it takes place this year and what the spiritual meaning is behind it
Strawberry moon: How and when to see this week's dazzling lunar event, heralding the start of summer
Everything you need to know about the Strawberry Moon, when it takes place this year and what the spiritual meaning is behind it
Flower Moon: How and when to see this week's incredible spring lunar spectacle
Everything you need to know about the Flower Moon, including how to see it, what time it appears, its spiritual meaning and why it's called the Flower Moon
Rare 'blood moon' lunar eclipse visible this week – here's how to see it
A partial lunar eclipse will be visible in the UK this week - here's how to see the spectacular celestial event.
Planet parade 2025: Here are the best Dark Sky locations to see planetary alignment for the last time until 2040
If you want the best chances of seeing this year's planetary alignment, head to a Dark Sky site. The UK has a growing number of them – here's our expert guide on the best locations to stargaze in Britain, advice to help you see more in the dark, and basic equipment to help you get started
Rare 'planet parade' visible this week – how to see seven planets align for the last time until 2040
In February 2025 you can see several planets align – and it makes for an amazing spectacle
Snow Moon 2025: how and when to see tonight's full moon
Make the most of February's full moon: here's how to observe it and celebrate it, and the meaning behind its name.
What are UFOs, do they even exist and how do you search for them in the countryside? We take a look...
What's the truth about UFOs - and how can you spot them? Iain Todd explains
Full moon names 2025: your month by month guide
The lunar calendar includes 12, or sometimes 13, full moons per year. Each moon has a different name - find out what they are called and where their names come from with our guide to full moons.
You don’t need a telescope to see into space and marvel at starry wonders. Here are 6 naked-eye night sky sights to look out for
Want to learn more about the night sky? Iain Todd shares six amazing sights you can spot with your naked eye
Do aliens exist?
Could aliens exist? Iain Todd takes a look at the evidence...