Watching the Moon pass in front of the planet Venus is a pretty special event: it will happen on September 14th and will be visible (possibly!) from the UK.
The actual occultation will occur at 09.30: unfortunately both objects will not yet have risen above the eastern horizon. However, the very thin crescent Moon will rise around 11.00 in the east - south east: half an hour later Venus will emerge from behind the Moon, producing the terrific sight of two thin crescents side by side! A pair of binoculars or small telescope should be good enogh - if it's clear I'll try for a photo or two! BEWARE: the Sun is not far away in the sky, so take care not to point your optics anywhere near it! Below is my simulation of the event.
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