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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Lovely clear night to go outside and see the full moon 🌕🔭 #luna #astro #moon #uk

The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Last night I managed an hour with the scopes after getting home from running the Planetarium for a group visit at my local observatory. I had to take a Moon shot and share it. (Taken from Nottinghamshire, UK.) 🌕🔭👀 #astro #lunar #moon

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Tonight I will be guest speaking at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve & Rural Learning Centre, about the importance of preserving the night sky from excessive artificial light at night (ALAN). Such a beautiful site just outside Retford, UK. #alan #lightpollution #savingthedark #nightsky

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Managed around 15 minutes on Orion this morning. Orion is still sitting low in the sky at the moment, but he’s slowly climbing higher as we head towards the winter months. Always good to see an old friend returning to the night sky. #astro #Astronomy #Orion #M42 #OrionNebula #NightSky #S50pro

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Darkness is never empty. Above us, stars burn, planets wander, and galaxies stretch across unimaginable distances. Every time we look up, we are looking into the past, across light-years, into the unknown. Stay curious. Keep looking up. #Astronomy #Stargazing #DarkSkies #Space #astro #lookup

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Claimed my Pixel 😎 Go Nacy Grey. Fingers crossed for perfect launch 🙏🏻 #nancygrace #nacygraceroman #spacex #nasa

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Volunteering can be so rewarding. That sense of giving something back, sharing what you love, and being part of something bigger than yourself is hard to beat. Sometimes the little badges are a nice reminder of the people, places and moments that make it all worthwhile. #Volunteering #STEM #KAVS

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Just back from another awesome public open day @sherwoodobs.bsky.social, I love meeting and talking to people. #volunterring #stem #steam #space

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Next one of my favourite evening events to support. Space To Breath. A guided star bathing session under our large Planetarium. Where we guarantee a clear sky and a space to relax. 💕 spacetobreathe.events #spacetobreath #wellness #starbathing #planetarium #relaxation #sherwoodobservatory

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Back today volunteering at one of my favourite Observatories supporting not one, but two back to back home education sessions (120 Home Educators) with STEM-related activities and Planetarium shows. #homeEd #homeeducators #stem #uk #sherwoodObservatory #volunteering

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Asteroid Apophis will pass Earth on 13 April 2029 at around 32,000 km - closer than the Moon and some satellites. NASA/ESA confirm no impact risk, and it may be visible with binoculars. #Apophis2029 #Asteroid #Astronomy

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Another shot from last night. May not be the best in the world but I took it, I was there, I made that memory, I spent time with friends, I enjoyed the experience! Something I will remember for a very long time. #eclipse #astro #photography

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Just having a run through some of my photos from the evening, you wait years for a partial eclipse and then a plane decides to fly through your photo ✈️🤣🤣 #eclipse #astro #uk #seestar

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

We called at Sutton Bank Star Hub near in the North York Moors International Dark Sky Reserve on our way home, it offers dark skies and purpose built facilities for astronomy lovers. Perfect for society events or solo observing! definitely going to go back #stargazing #astronomy #darksky #astro

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

At Sherwood Observatory for the launch of Mira's Moon! 🌙 Dr Sarah Crick's debut children's book a magical, rhyming adventure to Enceladus packed with real space science. Perfect for budding explorers! 🚀🔭 📚 amzn.eu/d/0iijcQSf #MirasMoon #ChildrensBooks #SpaceScience #Astronomy #BookLaunch

amzn.eu

Mira's Moon: Amazon.co.uk: Crick, Dr Sarah, Holland, Lee: 9781067601881: Books

Buy Mira's Moon by Crick, Dr Sarah, Holland, Lee (ISBN: 9781067601881) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We're back at our local Sherwood Observatory today, volunteering at a book launch event! Excited to be supporting the observatory and celebrating great science writing. More info and photos will follow… #SherwoodObservatory #BookLaunch #Volunteering #Astronomy #ScienceOutreach #DarkSkies

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We should repost the bonkers out of this foolish decision to cut the funding. 👀 #astro #jodrellbank #manchestereveningnews

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Perseid Meteor Shower — UK Peak nights: 12–13 August 2026 New Moon on 11 Aug = virtually moon-free, pitch-dark skies Up to ~100 meteors/hour expected This should be the best Perseid show in years. Get away from city lights and simply look up and enjoy! #astro #perseid #lookup #meteor

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Amber LED street lights could save millions of insects. New research shows 1800K amber LEDs cut insect attraction by ~40% compared to standard white LEDs, emitting almost no blue light. The study tracked 71,000 bugs across 6 German railway stations. #LightPollution #Insects #Wildlife #DarkSkies

independent.co.uk

Researchers may have solved a problem caused by artificial street lights

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Not the greatest shot, but managed to catch the moon briefly between the clouds in Whitby last night. Clouds rolled in and out most of the evening. #moon #whitby #astro

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Wow what a resource! We’ve just had a private tour 😉 and I maybe doing a talk from here in winter ⭐️🔭🪐#DarkSkyAmbassador #astro #darksky

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Glow-worms introduced to new South Downs site to benefit from dark skies #savethenight

itv.com

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Fruit bats commuting along river corridors use treeline silhouettes - a single unshielded bridge lamp can break landmarks across whole colonies. #Wildlife #AstroGlade

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Who’s here waiting for the dark skies again?. Roll on Astro Darkness. I’m patiently waiting for the nice dark evenings again. #darkskies #astro #silentlywaiting #astrodarkness #savethedark

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Light pollution could be making your hay fever worse! A new study finds that artificial light at night may extend pollen season by up to two months in cities. Read more: www.snexplores.org/article/ligh... #LightPollution #Allergies #PollenSeason

snexplores.org

Got pollen allergies? Light pollution might make them worse

Light pollution in North American cities seems to be tricking plants into releasing pollen for longer periods each year.

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Wildlife needs real night too - insects, birds, and turtles navigate by natural light cues we can help preserve. #Nature #savethedark

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Tonight’s Moon - Nottinghamshire, UK - 🔭👀

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Do one thing this weekend to help reduce light pollution - check your security lights and angle them correctly downwards to prevent upward light spill, no one is attacking you from space, also check they are not set to sensitive to disturb nightlife animals. #LightPollution #DarkSky #SaveTheNight

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

A darker street is not the goal. A smarter-lit street is. The UK can cut glare, save energy and protect night skies by aiming lights down, using timers and avoiding bright white LEDs. #DarkSkies #SaveTheNight #UK

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Your eyes adapt for real darkness in minutes - a neighbour’s stray flood can reset that progress in seconds. #Stargazing

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It had to be done, how beautiful is the moon looking tonight. Just now from my backyard. (Nottinghamshire, UK) #moon #astro #moonshot

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Little solar action today 🌞 ⚠️ Never look at the sun without using the correct equipment or training. #solar #hydrogenalpha #sol

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Is that sun in the sky I see… #daytimeastronomy #solar #solarscope #hydrogenalpha ⚠️Don’t look at the sun without specialist equipment. This is not a regular telescope!!

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Our nocturnal friends need the dark to. Light pollution disrupts the migration and hunting patterns of many animals. By dimming or removing unnecessary lights, we protect our local ecosystems and help keep nature thriving. #DarkSky #AnimalHealth

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Did someone say clear night ahead? Just preparing this one for the evening! Whats your planned targets tonight? #SherwoodObservatory #astro #jupiter

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

The night sky was meant to be seen, shared, and quietly respected. Good lighting is simple. Use only what you need. Aim it down. Keep it soft. Let the dark exist where it should. We don’t need more light. We need better light. #DarkSkyWeek #SaveTheStars #LightResponsibly

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Brighter isn’t always safer. Poorly placed or overpowered security lights create deep shadows where someone can hide. Use light with purpose. Aim it, shield it, and keep it controlled. Protect people and the night sky. #DarkSkyWeek #LightResponsibly #SaveTheStars

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

“If you do need it, shield it.” Good lighting isn’t about more light, it’s about the right light. Unshielded lights spill upwards, washing out the stars, disrupting wildlife, and impacting our sleep. Small changes. Big impact. #InternationalDarkSkyWeek #DarkSkies #LightPollution #ProtectTheNight

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The Dark Sky Ambassador @darkskyambassador.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Light pollution doesn’t just hide the stars. It disrupts sleep, harms wildlife, and wastes huge amounts of energy. This is bigger than people realise and it affects all of us. #InternationalDarkSkyWeek #LightPollution #DarkSkies #SaveTheNight #ProtectWildlife #CircadianRhythm #Astronomy #NightSky

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