On Saturday 29th March there will be a partial eclipse of the Sun. This will start at 10am and finish at 12:00pm.  

The Dedham Vale National Landscape Dark Skies Campaign will have a number of telescopes set up so that you can safely view the Sun as the moon passes in front of it and takes a bite out of it!  

The maximum eclipse will be at around 11.00am. This event will take place at Flatford Mill in the Granary Garden which is beside the cafe by the dock and behind the John Constable Exhibition.

GoStargazing have provided 200 pairs of Solar Eclipse Glasses to enable the Sun to be viewed safely during the eclipse. These will be given away free while stocks last.  

NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN WITHOUT PROPER PROTECTION. Even though this eclipse partially covers the Sun, the light from the Sun is still very strong and can cause damage to your eyes. The glasses and telescopes have proper protections to enable the Sun to be viewed safely. 

As usual this event is free to attend. National Trust parking charges apply. Find out more details of accessibility and the National Trust facilities or you can find more events on the Dedham Vale Society website at https://www.dedhamvalesociety.org.uk/pages/dark-sky-events.