Shropshire Astronomical Society

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Shropshire Astronomical Society

A county wide society for anyone interested in astronomy and all space related topics. All levels a

The Shropshire Astronomical Society (SAS) is a county-wide group for anyone interested in astronomy, star-gazing or space exploration. It meets once a month for observing sessions, and about twice a year for lectures by guest speakers

The SAS is keen to promote astronomy and raise public awareness of astronomy. Its aim is to make astronomy available to EVERYONE with an interest in the night sky regardless of their level of knowledge

18/04/2025

03/03/2025

We meet on the third Saturday of the month* at Rodington Village Hall. Doors open at 7.30 and meetings start at 8. Visitors are welcome. (*December dates may vary)

October to March, we meet at Little Ness for observing on the second Saturday in the month - this is weather dependent and is open to all.

15/01/2025

This Saturday is our monthly meeting at Rodington where Steve will go through a talk for beginners on telescopes. All are welcome, including visitors. Fingers crossed we have clear skies for observing later.

09/01/2025

This Saturday is observing at Little Ness - please check the forecast and the skies before venturing out - it is highly unlikely that the side roads will be gritted.

13/12/2024

Tomorrow is our final meeting of the year and is also the AGM.
We will have a quiz following the AGM and possibly some observing if it clears.

12/11/2024

This Saturday is our monthly meeting at Rodington. If we have clear skies we will be out observing but we also have a talk too by Andy Gannon.

05/11/2024

This Saturday is our monthly observing at Little Ness - if the clouds clear. All are welcome.

14/10/2024

This Saturday is our monthly meeting at Rodington- with a fascinating talk by John. All are welcome. If skies are clear we will observe.

10/10/2024

This Saturday we are back at Little Ness for observing. Please note this is weather dependent so please check a forecast before you travel and dress appropriately for standing outdoors.

17/09/2024

If anyone gets up in the night for the partial eclipse (and assuming the clouds stay away) please feel free to share photos here.

There will be a partial eclipse of the harvest supermoon on Tuesday night, visible across the UK - clouds permitting.

15/09/2024

Saturday 21st September is our next meeting at Rodington- all are welcome. Sadly the weather is not predictable at present but fingers crossed for clear skies.

13/08/2024

This Saturday is our monthly meeting- for those not on holiday! Steve is giving a talk. None members are welcome. If it is clear (and dark enough) there will be observing.

Address

Newry

Website

http://www.shropshire-astro.uk/

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