An entertaining look at Pluto, examining the official definition of a planet and some of its unexpected - and unintended - consequences.
This is a highly visual and entertaining presentation for the Welwyn Festival from local space expert and author Jerry Stone, describes as "One of the leading speakers on space exploration"
It is a free event and there will be books on astronomy and space exploration available, which I will be happy to signPayment has to be by cash only
Pluto was in the news 10 years ago when the New Horizons spacecraft - which has my name on it - finally reached Earth's distant cousin in the outer reaches of the Solar System, after a journey of 9-½ years
But did it actually encounter a planet?
Just 7 months after New Horizons was launched back in January 2006, the International Astronomical Union voted to re-classify Pluto as a Dwarf Planet, resulting in uproar in the astronomical community and starting a controversy that still divides opinion among astronomers and with the general public alike
But does it need to? Is there not a simple answer?
"Is Pluto A Planet?" looks in detail at the IAU definition of a planet and some of its unexpected - and unintended - consequencesTo give an example, I can show that Jupiter - the biggest object in the Solar System after the Sun - is actually a dwarf planet! I can also show that it isn't a planet at all ..So how many planets do we really have? Is it 8, 17 or maybe only 2?
This is my most controversial presentation, and includes some things that one astronomer has told me I shouldn't be saying!
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Whitehill Barn
Whitehill Barn is a self-catering home with breakfast ingredients provided. The kitchen and living areas are shared by the guests and the kitchen is fully equipped. The en-suite bathrooms offer a shower.
Oaklands Manor
Oaklands Manor is a family run B&B, surrounded by woodlands which can be used for cycling and walks. A hot tub and sauna are on offer, as well as free private parking..
The Fairway Tavern
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Premier Inn Welwyn Garden
Premier Inn Welwyn Garden City is about a mile from the train station, close to the A1(M) and a few miles from Hatfield Galleria shopping centre. Trains from Welwyn Garden City frequently run into Central London..
Best Western Homestead Court
Located around 5 minutes from national rail links at Welwyn Garden City Station, the Best Western Homestead Court Hotel is also near to the major business parks at Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield..
Roebuck Inn
With a charming 15th-century pub and modern rooms with private bathrooms, The Roebuck Inn is less than 5 minutes drive from the A1(M) motorway. All of the bright and airy rooms benefit from free Wi-Fi access and TVs..
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