Television’s favourite astronomer, Mark Thompson, returns to the Manchester Science Festival to talk all things galactic: from satellites to supernovas, and from parsecs to planispheres. Whether you’re a stargazing novice or ‘light years’ ahead, this event is for anyone interested in the wonders of the night sky and the best observational techniques. Mark Thompson is perhaps best known for his work on Stargazing Live, but he has also appeared on The One Show, This Morning, The Alan Titchmarsh Show and even Celebrity Mastermind. This event celebrates the launch of two new books with Philip’s Astronomy. To purchase tickets click on the link below or call into the Burgess Foundation Mon to Fri, 10am to 2pm. (Tickets available from 8am on Wednesday 3rd September).