Lyrid Meteors 2018
Where to see the Lyrid Meteors on April 21/22
The BCO Blog
Space Weather Update
A minor solar storm is on its way - despite the headlines.
Christmas Opening Hours
We are closed on the following dates for Christmas: December 24, 25, 26 and January 1 Outside of the above dates CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory is open daily from 10:00-17:00 Send a message to the N ..
Christmas Stocking Fillers
We have lots of great stocking fillers for your budding scientists from hands on cool science kits to space themed bedtime stories and home planetarium kits all from €5 - €45.
Planets for Christmas 2017
Where to see Mercury, Jupiter and Mars on Christmas Day
We’re celebrating 10 Years
Since 2007 over 1 million people across all ages have engaged with the BCO team
Solar Eclipse August 21 2017
A partial eclipse will be visible from Cork in the evening of 21 August
Perseid Meteors 2016* Updated for 2017
How to see Perseid Meteors in August
Summer of Space
BCO welcomes the International Space University to Cork with over 50 exciting events for space enthusiasts of all ages.
Water Rocket Workshop for CIT Innovation Week
Have you ever wanted to build a rocket?
ISU SSP17 Team plan a Summer of Space!
Planning underway for Space Studies Program 2017