The Orpington Astronomical Society is a very welcoming and active group of enthusiastic amateur astronomers. The group has an active outreach programme and organises regular observing evenings in Otford and monthly Society meetings in Petts Wood. New members are always welcome!
Regular meetings with Orpington Astronomical Society
The third Thursday of the month from October 2021 to December 2023
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
Join the Orpington Astronomical Society astronomers for this informal observing session at Otford Village Memorial Hall. On the third Thursday of most months, members meet to chat over a cup of tea before setting up their telescopes.
The public (prospective new Members) is welcome to join them, and the meeting goes ahead no matter the weather. The location is excellent for stargazing, with the adjacent recreation ground protected from street lighting.
The fourth Wednesday of the month from October 2021 to December 2023
St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW
The Orpington Astronomical Society meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (the third Wednesday in December).
The highlight of the meeting is a talk by an invited speaker or member of the Society followed by a brief overview of astronomical events for the upcoming month.
The group welcomes everyone, from beginners and those curious about the Universe to experienced amateur astronomers.
Forthcoming events by Orpington Astronomical Society
Below is a list of events by Orpington Astronomical Society. View on a calendar.
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Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
Thursday 19th January 2023 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
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Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting
Wednesday 25th January 2023 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm
St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW
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Stargazing at Lullingstone
Tuesday 31st January 2023 from 19:00pm to 20:00pm
Lullingstone Country Park, Eynsford, DA4 0JF
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Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
Thursday 16th February 2023 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
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Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting
Wednesday 22nd February 2023 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm
St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW
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Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
Thursday 16th March 2023 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
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Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting
Wednesday 22nd March 2023 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm
St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW
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Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
Thursday 20th April 2023 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
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Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting
Wednesday 26th April 2023 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm
St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW
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Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
Thursday 18th May 2023 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm
Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ
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Event locations used by Orpington Astronomical Society
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Lullingstone Country Park
Kingfisher Bridge, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JF
Private Venue
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Otford Village Memorial Hall
High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ
Astronomical Society
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St Francis of Assisi Church Hall
Greencourt Road, Petts Wood, Kent, BR6 1QW
Astronomical Society
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