West Yorkshire Astronomical Society

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The West Yorkshire Astronomical Society are a friendly and active group of astronomers based around their fabulous Rosse Observatory in Pontefract. The group hosts regular observing sessions to which beginners and younger astronomers are very welcome.
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Regular meetings with West Yorkshire Astronomical Society

  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    The second Friday of the month from May 2022 to May 2023

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

    Enjoy an evening of stargazing with friendly astronomers from the West Yorkshire Astronomical Society at this one of their regular open evenings at their fantastic Rosse Observatory. Enjoy amazing views through their large 14" aperture Schmidt-Cassegrain reflecting telescope. These events go ahead no matter the weather, with a presentation or an informal, friendly chat in the observatory warm-room if cloudy. These sessions occur on the first Tuesday and second Friday of each month, with no prior booking required. However, if you would like to visit the observatory more frequently, please consider becoming a Member of the Society.
  • Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club

    The last Friday of the month from May 2022 to May 2023

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

    Astronomers from the West Yorkshire Astronomical Society open their fantastic Rosse Observatory on the last Friday of each month, especially for younger astronomers. These events are a great way to enthuse and inspire children's interest in astronomy. Prior booking is required as the events are always well attended -- contact [email protected] for all enquiries.

Forthcoming events by West Yorkshire Astronomical Society

Below is a list of events by West Yorkshire Astronomical Society. View on a calendar.

  • Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club

    Friday 27th January 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Tuesday 7th February 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Friday 10th February 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club

    Friday 24th February 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Tuesday 7th March 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Friday 10th March 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club

    Friday 31st March 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Tuesday 4th April 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory public open evening

    Friday 14th April 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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  • Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club

    Friday 28th April 2023 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Rosse Observatory, Pontefract, WF8 3RJ

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Event locations used by West Yorkshire Astronomical Society

  • Rosse Observatory

    Carleton Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3RJ

    Astronomical Society, Observatory

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