Let’s Count the Stars

The Campaign for the Protection of Rural England’s annual Star Count is back, and they would like you to help them map the nation’s view of the night sky – this year, from home.

What’s it all about?

Star-filled skies are one of the most magical sights our countryside has to offer. The CPRE want to reconnect people across the country with the wonder of a truly dark sky.
Their research shows that light pollution is leaving fewer stars than ever visible to the naked eye, and they need your help to track how light levels are changing.

⭐ Become a ‘citizen scientist’ and take part in the CPRE’s Star Count, a cosmic census to map light pollution. It’s a safe, outside activity to do as a family or household, from your home, garden, balcony, or even bedroom window, and everyone can take part.

🔭 The CPRE will be asking you to choose a clear night between 6-14 February 2021 and look to the skies to see how many stars you can spot in the constellation of Orion.

📝 And don’t worry, they will give lots of guidance so you know where to look! It’s a great, easy piece of stargazing – no telescopes required.

** As we’re all asked to stay at home, please don’t travel to do a Star Count. **

Follow the link below to register your interest now and to make sure you’re the first to hear more about Star Count 2021.