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The Armchair Astronaut
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Promoting STEM and the pursuit of dreams through Astronaut appearances and events in the UK and Europe.
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Only 12 VIP Package tickets remaining!
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Stay for the Day... and Dinner!
✅ Priority Lecture Seating
✅ 3-Course Dinner followed by Tea/Coffee
✅ Extra Autographs & Merch.
SAVE 12% - Early bird prices ending soon!
November 24, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Give the gift of Inspiration this Christmas with tickets to meet SpaceX Inspiration4 astronaut Chris Sembroski at our Spring Space Social on Saturday 7th March 2026.
* Lecture * Q&A * Meet & Greet * Autographs * VIP Upgrades *
Early bird prices end soon.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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In 2017 we teamed up with the British Interplanetary Society to present NASA astronaut Mike Foale with his Astronaut Pin. This BIS silver pin award recognises the achievement of UK-born individuals who have undertaken a spaceflight into full Earth orbit.
November 22, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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We've got some great savings in our Fundraising Space Store right now. 100% of all proceeds are invested into delivering our mission objectives: more Astronaut events in the UK and promoting opportunities for you to meet Astronauts in the UK and Europe.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Calling all students (14-18yrs): Turn your ambitions into reality at ISSET Mission Discovery, July 2026.
Learn, innovate and launch with NASA Astronauts and industry experts.
Recommended. Visit website for full details.
November 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Interview with Dutch European Space Agency Astronaut André Kuipers.
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André Kuipers: Awareness, Not Fear
When Dutch ESA astronaut André Kuipers speaks about spaceflight, he does so with the combined authority of a medical professional, a veteran of two long-duration ISS missions, and someone who has spen...
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November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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🧑‍🚀Join Tim Peake on Sunday 14th December 2025 at the Science Museum, London, for a day of unforgettable activities to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his mission to the International Space Station. 🚀
November 18, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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✅ Collaboration.
✅ Cooperation.
That’s the future of space, and the future we’re choosing for our mission here on Earth.
If you're aligned with our vision, you're welcome aboard. Come collaborate with us on our journey.
November 15, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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👩‍🚀 We’ve just launched some stellar upgrades to our optional Meet & Greet photos, and VIP Package tickets for the Spring Space Social 2026 with SpaceX Inspiration4 Astronaut Chris Sembroski.
Visit our website for full details and extensive FAQ's.
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November 1, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Happy Halloween 🧑‍🚀🚀🌍🎃👻
Trick or Treat???
October 31, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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October 29, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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That's a wrap for the UK this year!
74 Astronaut events in 2025 with 17 Astronauts appearing at 47 locations. London had the most with 15 events and Tim Peake took the number 1 spot with 34 public appearances.
Still plenty happening in Europe though.....
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October 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Have you checked out the latest reviews and interviews from The Armchair Astronaut?
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October 26, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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October 24, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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"Spacewoman" arrived at UK cinemas this week. An insightful and inspiring journey into the life and legacy of Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and then command the Space Shuttle.
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Spacewoman: Eileen Collins and the Courage to Command
In an era when the final frontier still felt distant and men overwhelmingly dominated the Astronaut corps, the documentary "Spacewoman" arrived at UK cinemas this week. An insightful and inspiring jou...
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October 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Rosemary Coogan: Reaching for the Infinite
@esa.int Astronaut Dr Rosemary Coogan reflects on her journey from studying space to training as an Astronaut, and the human lessons learned along the way.
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Rosemary Coogan: Reaching for the Infinite
Astronaut Rosemary Coogan reflects on her journey from studying space to training as an Astronaut, and the human lessons learned along the way.
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October 18, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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An interview with Josef Aschbacher, Director General of the European Space Agency, at the ESTEC Open Day, 12th October 2025.
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Josef Aschbacher: Opening the Doors to Space
A Day with ESA’s Josef Aschbacher at the ESTEC Open Day.
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October 18, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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Congratulations Tim Peake on the completion of your latest UK tour "Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space".
31 shows across 29 towns in 44 days.
October 15, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Ulf Merbold: Reflections on a Life Beyond Earth.
Our interview with Ulf Merbold, first @esa.int Astronaut in space, veteran of 2 Shuttle missions and Mir Space Station.
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Ulf Merbold: Reflections on a Life Beyond Earth
Ulf Merbold was the first ESA Astronaut to fly in space and the first non-American to fly on the Space Shuttle. He became an ESA astronaut in 1978 and was assigned to fly on the first Spacelab mission...
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October 15, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Astronaut Appearances and Spaceflight Events across the UK and Europe. When will you meet an Astronaut?
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October 14, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Calling all UK space enthusiasts!
Inspiration4 Astronaut Chris Sembroski is coming to the UK on Saturday 7th March 2026 for our Spring Space Social.
Lecture presentation, Q&A, meet & greet, autographs, VIP dinner and more.
BOOK NOW - EARLY BIRD PRICES!
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September 26, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Tickets are now available for our Spring Space Social 2026 with guest speaker SpaceX Inspiration4 Astronaut Chris Sembroski.
EARLY BIRD PRICES STILL AVAILABLE
Saturday 7th March 2026
Cranfield, Bedfordshire, UK.
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September 13, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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EARLY BIRD PRICES STILL AVAILABLE
Saturday 7th March 2026
Cranfield, Bedfordshire, UK.
- Small audience: max. 200 people
- No booking fee
- Three ticket options to choice from
- Everyone gets an in-person autograph
- Optional Meet & Greet professional photo
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September 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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8 years ago today! Charlie Duke was visiting us for a private event & BBC filming, & kindly agreed to a public audience. Space enthusiasts from across the UK & Europe joined us for an unforgettable Afternoon On The Moon.
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September 9, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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🚀 Our events inspire ALL; kids, adults & future explorers, through real Astronauts! 👩‍🚀✨
VIPs help fund trips for disadvantaged schools 🏫
After 3 VIP events, you’ll be honored with our exclusive Veteran VIP Award Pin! 🏅 #Space #STEM
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September 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM