Guide to the Walthamstow Night Sky: Asteroids and Meteorites

WaW event

Guide to the Walthamstow Night Sky: Asteroids and Meteorites

Location:
Stargazing evening 'Asteroids and Meteorites' by astronomy enthusiast Michael.Followed by a tour through the Wetlands to view the night sky.

Event details

Meeting point

Front gates to the reserve on Forest Road

Date

Time
6:30pm - 8:45pm
A static map of Guide to the Walthamstow Night Sky: Asteroids and Meteorites

About the event

What’s a shooting star? is there a difference between a meteor, a comet and an asteroid? Where do they all come from? Stow stargazers will share their perspective during this informative night on what are known as Near Earth Objects or NEOs, in the night sky.

The evening will also feature an exclusive guided walk through the reserve to view the night sky (weather permitting) with a chance try see some of the meteor shower which is peaking that week. Bring a rug or something to lie on and we’ll see if we can spot a few.

It’s not essential but feel free to bring binoculars and a red-light torch. Wrap up warm for your exclusive evening tour.

Stowstargazers brings people together to enjoy nature whilst experiencing the night sky. We have a passion for sharing knowledge and advice on all aspects of stargazing, learning together what is on show and giving tips for how to view the celestial sights. Michael of Stowstargazers has been an avid hobby astronomer ever since being captivated by the milky way as a child. @stowstargazers

Booking

Price

£22

Know before you go

Dogs

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Assistance dogs only

Please be advised that trained assistance dogs on duty are welcome, but in order to protect the sensitive habitat and drinking water supply, we cannot allow other dogs or pets of any kind on-site, as the wildlife may become distressed.

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Mobility

Please contact the team via email if you have mobility requirements and need further information. 

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Wheelchair access

There are accessible trails around the reserve, as well as ramps leading to the café, toilets and shop area.
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What to bring

It’s not essential but feel free to bring binoculars and a red-light torch.

Wrap up warm for your exclusive evening tour.

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Bicycle parking

Next to the Engine House visitor centre and on the north side of reserve
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Contact us

The Visitor Engagement Team