Derek Shirlaw

Sunrise and Moon phases in Glasgow, May 2013

6 days ago

by Derek Shirlaw in Science, Skygazing

A little bit slow this month getting a post about stargazing this May from Glasgow and the sunrise and moon phases information up, but better late than never!

8 astronomy quotes that are astonishing and profound

1 month ago

by Derek Shirlaw in Science, Skygazing

Amazed and full of wonder of what is out there, we've all gazed up at one time or another, open-jawed and eyes wide-open and just gone 'wow!' Even the great astronomers and thinkers down the ages have done so - but some have managed to utter a few quite profound words too that capture that sense of astonishment.

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Stargazing from Glasgow, UK this April 2013

1 month ago

by Derek Shirlaw in Science, Skygazing

Although it’s now officially Spring there’s still a wintry air about the UK so wrap up extra warm if you’re heading out stargazing this April!

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3 perfect astronomy books for beginners

2 months ago

by Derek Shirlaw in Science, Skygazing

Astronomy is something that captivates all of us as humans. Our natural curiosity leads our gaze upwards to the stars above and to wonder what else is out there. In this short blog post I've selected three perfect books about stargazing that are suitable for beginners but also valuable reminders to more experienced skygazers.

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March 2013 is a time of change for skywatchers

2 months ago

by Derek Shirlaw in Science, Skygazing

March skygazing will delight, captivate and on clear nights deliver great views of constellations and planets. The Sun continues to rise earlier each morning and set later each evening (albeit there’s a stutter when the clocks 'spring' forward overnight on the 30th into the 31st).