Rain, glorious rain…

Well, the Sidmouth Science Festival family day at the Norman Lockyer Observatory happened, despite the poor visibility and persistent rain. This latter did not dampen the spirits of those attending. Many were fascinated by our display of a wind tunnel model of the Blue Streak rocket. A full lecture theatre were enthralled by my daughter …

If music be the food of love…a wonderful weekend full of cake and music

Apple cake, music, apple cake, talking about my favourite subject, music, Rugby cake, country drive, and rounding off with tea and cake. On Friday, after a delicious lunch of homemade soup, apple cake and cups of tea, Ian Rees and  Becky Lynch entertained us with a lovely mix of old favourites and less well known …

Moon Hunting

Off I go to take yet another look at the Moon and more photos...endlessly fascinating, especially as the low full moons are coming to an end at this point of the Moon's 18.6 year cycle. I was rewarded by a glimpse of Saturn which is near the Moon at present. If you are reading this …

Holiday Stars

Aberystwyth, Brecon, Cymtydu..a veritable A to Z of delightful places was enjoyed during the week in Wales. The weather was for the most part kind with blustery heavy showers later in the week. I caught a lucky glimpse of the partial lunar eclipse on the 7th when the moon appeared out of the clouds and …