How to see the brightest constellations in your own backyard

The dark skies of the great outdoors help people to see the wonders of space, either with the naked eye or using telescopes. That’s why observatories are usually placed in high altitudes or remote locations, where there’s often outstanding natural beauty and little light pollution. A report commissioned by the UK government recommended that every schoolchild should be given the opportunity to spend a night under the stars in such places. In my research, I’ve noticed the awe an