Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society
The third Thursday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025
Otford Village Memorial Hall
High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ
Join the Orpington Astronomical Society astronomers for this informal observing session at Otford Village Memorial Hall. On the third Thursday of most months, members meet to chat over a cup of tea before setting up their telescopes.
The public (prospective new Members) is welcome to join them, and the meeting goes ahead no matter the weather. The location is excellent for stargazing, with the adjacent recreation ground protected from street lighting.
Event organiser
Orpington Astronomical Society organises these events
Please contact Orpington Astronomical Society directly for more details regarding their events.
Email: [email protected]
Website: Orpington Astronomical Society
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Local light pollution
Otford Village Memorial Hall is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban 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 Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society events at Otford Village Memorial Hall. You can view events at this location on a calendar.
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