The goal of this project is to establish a public outreach programme in astronomy and particle physics in the North of England.

The project builds upon the work at the centres of scientific excellence at Durham and Sheffield to enthuse and foster interest in science.

Its primary target is school children and their teachers and the focus is on exploring the origin of the Universe, the properties of the fundamental particles and the nature of the dark matter.

These pages describe the project and outline some of the activities we undertake and can offer.

The "Useful Links" page lists general astronomy and particle physics web sites that students and teachers may find of use.

Can't find the answer to your question on astronomy, dark matter or particle physics? Why not try the Big questions! page. We'll do our best to provide an answer.