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Meteor shower guide 2025 and 2026
Want to see shooting stars? Check the key dates for major meteor showers in the UK in 2025 and 2026, and how to see them in the night sky
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Pirate flags decoded
Learn more about pirate flags, including where they came from, how they were used, and the designs of some famous Jolly Rogers
Presenter Network Conference 2025
Find out about our 2025 Presenter Network Conference, taking place on 9 December
ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year
Find out more about the largest astrophotography competition in the world
National Maritime Museum gallery closures
Find out about temporary gallery closures at the National Maritime Museum ahead of your visit
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Reaching for the Moon
Luke Jerram reveals the inspiration behind Mirror Moon, a large-scale artwork created for the Royal Observatory
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Cutty Sark Characters
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
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Introduction to Astronomy
Learn the basics of astronomy with expert tutors from Royal Observatory Greenwich