Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0HA
Located on the campus of Cambridge University the Insitute of Astronomy boasts a number of large aperture telescopes including the incredible Northumberland Refactor which is 20 feet long! Open evenings are every Wednesday night from October to March with events run in association with Cambridge Astronomical Society.
Location events organiser
Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge organises events at this location
Please contact Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: bothwell@ast.cam.ac.uk
Website: Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge
Twitter: @cambridge_astro
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Weather forecast for Cambridge (1.4 miles away) updated 04/10/24 at 12:01.
Local light pollution
Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to an urban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Light pollution map of Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy
Best time to visit
Find the best dates
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