A Barbecue Under the Stars for Everyone in Ireland
September 4th 2010
Using some of the most powerful telescope in Ireland, you will get to see the wonders of the Universe from the dark skies of Roundwood in Co Wicklow, Ireland's highest village!
Talks on the night:
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Listen to our keynote speaker talk about Moon landing "hoaxes" on RTE's The Mooney Show. David Moore also speaks on Near FM about the Star-B-Q: Listen now! Watch Astronomy Ireland's TV show on City Channel to find out more about the Star-B-Q. Watch a behind the science film of the Star-B-Q in 2008.
"This year, we're flying in our keynote speaker from the UK to put an end to the ridiculous speculation that men did not really go to the Moon!" said David Moore, Chairman of Astronomy Ireland.
This event goes ahead regardless of weather, as we GUARANTEE a clear sky!
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Also on the night:
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For more information on the Star-B-Q read about Star-B-Q 2009 HERE
Tickets are only €39 (€29 for under-16s, family and group rates available)
NB: We strongly recommend that you book your tickets in advance, as all tickets on the gate will be charged at €50.
- Secure online booking form here
- Call (01) 847 0777 with your credit card details
How to Get There
The GAA grounds are located just a couple of hundred metres outside Roundwood village on the R755. You can view a map of Roundwood HERE, with a guide on how to get to the GAA grounds.
Weather and Clear Skies
Star-B-Q 2010 goes ahead regardless of weather on Saturday, September 4th. If the sky is overcast on the night, a separate, telescope-only event will be organised for the following weekend, where you will still get to see the wonders of the universe!
The night is packed full of events to ensure that everyone has a great time, and we even have a number of backup talks and presentations planned in case the weather stops us seeing the sky.
Public Transport and Accomodation:
The Star-B-Q will take place at coordinates: N: 53.060, W: 6.230
Taxis can be used to get you to or from the Star-B-Q. Alternatively St. Kevin's Bus service goes from opposite the Mansion House on Dawson St. to Roundwood. It departs at 19:00 and arrives in Roundwood at 20:15. Cost: €8 (single adult fare) and €5 for children.
Roundwood Caravan Park is opening specially on the weekend of the Star-B-Q for those who wish to stay overnight in Roundwood. You can book accomodation on their website HERE.Click here for local hotels, B&Bs, Guesthouses and a campsite.
All enquiries about bookings to sec@astronomy.ie
