On Monday a super beaver moon will rise in the skies over Cornwall - yes, really.
On November 14, the moon will be closer to Earth than it has been this century.
Not only will it be passing closer to us than any year since 1948, but it won't occur again until 2034.
During the event, the moon will appear up to 14 percent bigger and 30 percent brighter than an average full moon.
The event is known as a super beaver moon, as native Americans named the November full moon beaver moon as it was the time of year for setting beaver traps.
The moon's distance from Earth varies because it follows an elliptical orbit rather than a circular one. Scientists have dismissed notions that the phenomenon could cause bizarre behaviour or natural disasters. Its most significant impact is likely to be on the tide.
If you take any good shots of the super beaver moon we would love to see them, and you can send them to editorial@packetseries.co.uk
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