Public observing at High Legh Community Observatory
Friday every week from January 2026 to December 2026
High Legh Community Observatory
Abbey Leys Farm, High Legh, Cheshire, WA16 6NS
Everyone is welcome to join the High Legh Astronomical Society members in their charming and welcoming observatory for this one of their regular Friday evenings open nights. These sessions make for an excellent opportunity for an evening of stargazing with a friendly and enthusiastic bunch of amateur astronomers! However, please note that this event only goes ahead if the weather is good.
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These events are free of charge (donations welcome!) and no prior booking is required. We recommend contacting the Society prior to your visit to letting them know you plan to attend.
Event organiser
High Legh Community Observatory organises these events
Please contact High Legh Community Observatory directly for more details regarding their events.
Email: [email protected]
Website: High Legh Community Observatory
Facebook: High Legh Community Observatory
Local light pollution
High Legh Community Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a semi-rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite. For more advanced light pollution data, view this location on DarkSkySites.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Forthcoming events
Below is a list of Public observing at High Legh Community Observatory events at High Legh Community Observatory. You can view events at this location on a calendar.
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