PEOPLE who are interested in astronomy have been invited to watch the stars at a tourist attraction near Clanfield.

Dave Woods and his colleagues at Hants Astro will oversee a special evening of star gazing at Butser Ancient Farm on Friday, February 10.

The event has been partly held to celebrate the awarding of International Dark Sky Reserve status to the South Downs National Park.

There will be several large telescopes for star and planet spotting with an introductory talk at 8pm kicking off proceedings.

Gates will open at 7.30pm while warm drinks will be available from the shop. Entry is free for under 16s and £5 for adults.

Farm bosses are also hoping for a good crowd the Saturday before as the ancient Celtic festival of Imbolc will be celebrated on February 4.

The fun will include fire-lighting, storytelling and feasting, for more details about either event visit www.butserancientfarm.co.uk or call 023 9259 8838.