Huddersfield Astronomy Society

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Whether you are a complete beginner or a veteran astronomer, young or elderly, male or female, you will be warmly welcomed by the Huddersfield Astronomy Society members.

The group holds regular meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion. Society members are pleased to offer help to beginners and offer expertise in astrophotography.

The Society also run a frequent astronomy course perfect for beginners.

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Regular meetings with Huddersfield Astronomy Society

  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    The second Tuesday of the month from September 2024 to December 2025

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

    Huddersfield Astronomy Society hold regular practical stargazing sessions at their "Garden of Stars" dark sky location, and you are invited to join them!

    Experts will be on hand to give advice about equipment and anything sky related! Bring telescopes or binoculars if you have them (though these are not required for attendance!) and any refreshments you may require. Don’t forget to wrap up warm!

    These events are for both Society members and members of the public alike and are held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 19:00 to 21:30.

    Cost for Society members: £2. Non members £3. Children (under 16) free (accompanied by a paying adult). There are toilet facilities on site.

    Note that this event may be cancelled at short notice due to poor weather. We recommend checking the Huddersfield Astronomy Society website or Facebook page for updates, or contacting them prior to your visit.
  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    The third Tuesday of the month from January 2023 to December 2024
    The first Tuesday of the month from January 2023 to December 2024

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

    This regular third Tuesday of the month meeting of the Huddersfield Astronomy Society offers a great opportunity to socialise with local astronomers.

    The events often include a presentation or talk on various astronomical topics and, weather permitting, stargazing afterwards from the bowling green.

    Everyone is welcome to join in, especially if you would like help with your telescope or seek advice on astrophotography.

Forthcoming events by Huddersfield Astronomy Society

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  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    Tuesday 8th October 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

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  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    Tuesday 15th October 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

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  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    Tuesday 5th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

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  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    Tuesday 12th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

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  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    Tuesday 19th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

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  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    Tuesday 3rd December 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

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  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    Tuesday 10th December 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

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  • Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing

    Tuesday 17th December 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN

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  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    Tuesday 14th January 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

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  • Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night

    Tuesday 11th February 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm

    Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA

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Event locations used by Huddersfield Astronomy Society

  • Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion

    Brewery Drive, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6EN

    Astronomical Society

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  • Stirley Community Farm

    Hall Bower Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6FA

    Private Venue

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  • Stirley Nature Reserve – Garden of Stars

    Hall Bower Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6FA, Yorkshire and The Humber England

    Private Venue

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