Time for a new star

If the evening is clear take a look in the direction of where the sun set (that's roughly west-ish) at about 8pm. In that part of the sky you'll see a bright star - it's called Arcturus. Closer examination, especially once it is really dark, will reveal that Arcturus has a slightly golden tinge. In fact many of the brighter stars show their true colours - they are not all white. Indeed, there are even some blue stars out there.

To the right of Arcturus also see if you can locate the famous Plough. This is a group of seven stars that look remarkably like a saucepan as seen from the side, with its handle outstretched to the left. The Plough is about the size of your outstretched hand (any one) at arm's length.

W & NW shown on the chart indicate the compass points around your horizon

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