night sky
The darkest views in Britain? Head to these Dark Sky sites to see meteor showers, planetary alignments and other spectacular celestial events
Find out more about the UK's growing number of Dark Sky sites – plus advice to help you see more in the dark, and basic equipment to help you get started
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 2026
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
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How the Moon affects wildlife
Discover the many surprising ways the Moon affects the behaviour of animals and the way plants grow.
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.
