Hundreds gather for 'star party' on Norfolk coast

Amateur astronomers flock to Kelling Heath to make the most of unobstructed skies.

Hundreds of amateur astronomers have gathered for what is thought to the the UK's largest "star party".

Three fields are taken over by stargazers hoping to capture images or catch a glimpse of dark sky objects. Mr Marriott said: "When it started way back when it was an extended weekend, as it grew over the years it's become a full week. "Years ago observatories couldn't get the kind of pictures telescopes today can. It's almost a different hobby now," he said.There are agreed dark hours after sunset to allow for the best stargazing conditions."It's much better than what people have to put up with in towns and cities but it still has facilities."

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