
Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society meeting
The first Friday of the month from January 2025 to December 2026
Bishop Auckland Community Fire Station
Green Lane, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6RS, North East
Everyone is welcome to join the friendly astronomers from the Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society for this one of their regular meetings which occur on the first Friday of each month except for January and August.
These sessions often include a presentation by a guest speaker and an update on what can be seen in the night skies. They are also a great way to find out more about the group and their practical observing sessions.
Doors open at 18:30 ready for a 19:00 start. Pop along and say hi!
Event organiser

Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society organises these events
Please contact Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society directly for more details regarding their events.
Email: [email protected]
Website: Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society
Local light pollution
Bishop Auckland Community Fire Station 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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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Light pollution map of Bishop Auckland Community Fire Station
Forthcoming events
Below is a list of Bishop Auckland Astronomical Society meeting events at Bishop Auckland Community Fire Station. You can view events at this location on a calendar.
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