Mark Westmoquette

We are very pleased to work with Mark Westmoquette, an experienced Astrophysicist and Zen teacher, to encourage an aspect of stargazing that many of us may not be first aware of but one that we call all benefit from, no matter the weather!

When we look up at a sky full of stars, especially from a dark location, it is natural for us to think about our place in the Cosmos. Mindful stargazing is about understanding what it is to ‘be’ in our Universe, to feel part of it, connected to it, appreciate our place in it.

Stargazing offers not only the opportunity for us to marvel at distant objects; it also allows us to look within.

Mindful stargazing with Mark Westmoquette

Try it for yourself!

When the stars are out, with the sky clear or partially clear of clouds, listen to Mark’s introduction to Mindful Stargazing, hosted on the Insight Timer website.

Mindful stargazing books

Mark is a published author of several fantastic books, which offer advice and meditation practices to help you with mindfulness when stargazing.

Visit Mark Westmoquette’s website

Forthcoming events with Mark Westmoquette

Astro-Yoga Retreat at AstroFarm

Monday 18th August 2025 from 12:00pm to Saturday 23rd August 2025 12:00pm

Astrofarm - Confolens, Confolens, 16500
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Starry, Starry Night at Bailifscourt Hotel

Thursday 18th September 2025 from 16:00pm to Friday 19th September 2025 12:00pm

Bailiffscourt Hotel, Climping, BN17 5RW
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Mindful Stargazing at Eastwell Manor

Friday 17th October 2025 from 16:30pm to 20:00pm

Champneys Eastwell Manor, Ashford, TN25 4HR
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Starry, Starry Night at Bailifscourt Hotel

Thursday 23rd October 2025 from 16:00pm to Friday 24th October 2025 12:00pm

Bailiffscourt Hotel, Climping, BN17 5RW
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Forest of Stars and Mindful Stargazing

Saturday 25th October 2025 from 15:30pm to 20:00pm

Tranquility Yoga, Crowborough, TN22 4DB
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