Josh Barker

From inspiring young minds to publishing a rocket-powered guide to space 🚀 Our Education & Outreach Officer Josh Barker has launched a new children’s book exploring the science, history and future of rockets. Read more: space-park.co.uk/2026/03/new-bo…

Waterstones had it in stock a few days early!! So I couldn’t resist. Technically out on Thursday but if you wanna know about rockets, pick up my new book!

@downwithgloves Does it always smell like that when you’re there… I may have spotted the common denominator…

@downwithgloves Just throw soap at them until they stop!

@downwithgloves Where’s the stardew streams!

Podcast Links: Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=-5Zyp6… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3q2HSm… Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wha…

On the latest episode of the Space Now Podcast, i was asked to make a wild prediction for next years. 'SpaceX might lose their lunar landing contract if they struggle to get Starship working reliably and Blue Origin keep progressing'. What's your wildest Space 2026 prediction?

It will appear near Leo in the East then spend around 6 minutes travelling across the sky before setting in the West. As if he is outrunning the Sun to get everything delivered. Its a high pass and around 2 hours before Sunrise so a great chance to spot it, if not a little early.

Occasionally the @Space_Station is visible at Christmas. It's a fun opportunity to 'Spot Santa' with your kids and stargaze. This year, the best visible pass is 6:20am (In the UK). If you have early risers, head outside, to watch Santa leave after delivering the presents!

@CalIMeAlx Filth!!!

did this during a dnd campaign. the bottom text says something but i dont actually remember what

A few weeks ago I got to sit down and chat with ESA Astronaut reserve, John Mcfall. He's a fascinating guy and a whole lot of fun. Listen to the latest episode of the Space Now podcast: youtube.com/watch?v=LUfxuh…

It’s a glorious day why not step away from your desk and have a walk in the sun. And while you do, have a listen to the latest episode of the Space Now Podcast. David and I talk about Aliens and first contact. Let us know what you think would happen. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/eli…

Saturn keeps gaining new moons, learn about the latest batch, what is a moon and what's lurking at the edge of our Solar System in the latest Space Now Podcast with yours truly! spacenow.podbean.com If you prefer watching check out the video version. youtube.com/watch?v=7yiARt….

@downwithgloves I just need a drinky!

Episode 3 of the Space Now Podcast drops today. talking about Katie Perry and her trip to space. Check it out: youtube.com/watch?v=ooxldp… (also on most podcast platforms spacenow.podbean.com) Send in your questions for me to answer in episode 4! podcast@spacecentre.co.uk

@downwithgloves late night party!

🚀 Students trained like astronauts, explored tardigrades & built exoplanet habitats at a brilliant Space Camp in the #Shetlands — with expert support from Space Park Leicester’s Josh Barker! 👉 space-park.co.uk/2025/05/shetla… Powered by @spacegovuk & @UKSpaceAcademy #SpaceToLearn

So it seems confirmed that SLS will be axed after Artemis 3, $4 billion cut from science research, cutting back in ISS research and crew and seemingly cutting their STEM outreach. The NASA budget request doesn't make the most inspiring reading: nasa.gov/news-release/p…

Oooh an exciting new space book! It’s very well written I wonder who I should congratulate… hint: it’s me! It was a pleasure writing this with Sophie and the DK team. Available in all sorts of good book places.

An exciting week for space. Blue Origin hitting the news with their all female space flight, claims of Life-marker chemicals on alien worlds, and Hubble's 35th Birthday. If you want to get involved in space, look at the Space CPD course I'm supporting: space-park.co.uk/space-cpd/