Mid-Wales Astronomy Society meeting and observing
The second Saturday of the month from September 2025 to June 2026
Plas Dolerw
Milford Road, Newtown, Powys, SY16 2EH
Public members are welcome to join the Mid Wales Astronomy Society (formerly the Newtown Astronomy Society) for monthly meetings from September to June on the second Saturday of each month.
Light refreshments are available during the meeting, with raffle prizes up for grabs during the main break and a monthly “What’s on in the month ahead” feature by Tony Cook of Aberystwyth University to bring the meeting to a close.
If weather permits, an informal stargazing session will also take place. Telescopes will be provided; you can bring your telescope for help and advice.
Event organiser
Mid-Wales Astronomy Society organises these events
Please contact Mid-Wales Astronomy Society directly for more details regarding their events.
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Local light pollution
Plas Dolerw is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a semi-rural 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.
Forthcoming events
Below is a list of Mid-Wales Astronomy Society meeting and observing events at Plas Dolerw. You can view events at this location on a calendar.
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