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Messier 45 and the Moon

ooooMinimum brightness times for Algol Minima Well-placed for UK Observers in September 2026 Minimum brightness time for Algol (BST) Wednesday 2nd 03:13 / 3.13am Saturday 5th 00:02 / 12.02 am Tuesday 22nd 04:56 / 4.56 am Friday 25th 01:45 / … Continue reading →

Conjunction of Venus and Spica Observation Details Equipment and Viewing Tips

According to 2026 August Astronomy Highlights

Moon and Saturn

The UK saw a deep partial lunar eclipse in the early hours of Friday 28 August 2026, and here’s exactly what happened in clear, structured detail.

93% Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) Please noteIn my BSLvideo, I mentioned looking at the northwest horizonthat was an error. It should be the southwest.Please accept my apologies for the incorrect information.

Dwarf planet Pluto at Opposition

The Moon’s Jewelled Handle (Photo above The Jewelled Handle ~ Image by Derek Rowley)o

Lunar EclipseA deep partial lunar eclipse will be visible in the UKin the early hours of Friday 28th August 2026. oooo oooo oooo oooooooo