Calls to take part in star count
CUMBRIANS are being encouraged to take part in an annual star count that will reveal the level of light pollution. CPRE, the countryside charity, is working with the British Astronomical Assocation's Commission for Dark Skies to find indications of light pollution levels across the country. Budding astronomers are asked to count the number of stars they see in the Orion constellation from their homes, between February 6 and February 14.The data collected will be used to help map the best - and worst - places in England to see a star-filled sky. Crispin Truman, chief executive of CPRE,...