Dark skies festival brings astronomy enthusiasts to Exmoor national park
Astronomers and ecologists guided visitors through the night sky at the tenth dark skies festival held in Exmoor national park throughout October.
Festival celebrates international dark skies reserve
The event marked the tenth anniversary of Exmoor being designated as Europe's first international dark skies reserve. Participants from across the south-west of England gathered to observe celestial bodies like Saturn without light pollution interference.
Educational activities highlight environmental protection
Organisers used fireside question and answer sessions to teach families about the cosmos while walking through the woods. Richardson explained that the goal is education rather than shutting off all lights permanently, encouraging people to use them wisely.
Light pollution affects home viewing experiences
The faint glow of Tiverton on the horizon demonstrated how artificial light hides cosmic wonders for residents. Attendees learned that protecting the environment involves considering how light usage impacts their ability to see the night sky.
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