Location: Hotel Newport, Main Street Newport F28 YX89
Thinking of buying your first telescope, upgrading your equipment or exploring the latest smart telescopes? Join Stephen Kershaw, owner of KTec Telescopes, for a practical guide to finding a setup that suits you.
A firm festival favourite, Stephen brings his natural, welcoming style and infectious enthusiasm to the questions that matter: what should you look for, which pitfalls should you avoid, and what can the latest telescopes and accessories offer?
Whether you’re just getting started or already enjoy observing, this is a chance to learn from someone who loves helping people discover the night sky.
Join Stephen at 10am on Saturday 31 October for the festival’s first talk. You can also visit the KTec trade stand throughout the festival to browse telescopes and accessories, see equipment up close and ask questions.
Explore the programme to discover talks, night-time events and experiences inspired by Mayo’s dark skies.