Rosse Observatory Young Astronomers Club
The last Friday of the month from May 2022 to May 2023
Rosse Observatory
Carleton Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3RJ
Astronomers from the West Yorkshire Astronomical Society open their fantastic Rosse Observatory on the last Friday of each month, especially for younger astronomers. These events are a great way to enthuse and inspire children’s interest in astronomy. Prior booking is required as the events are always well attended — contact [email protected] for all enquiries.
Please note that this has already taken place on 01/05/2022
Event organiser
West Yorkshire Astronomical Society organises these events
Please contact West Yorkshire Astronomical Society directly for more details regarding their events.
Email: [email protected]
Website: West Yorkshire Astronomical Society
Facebook: West Yorkshire Astronomical Society
Local light pollution
Rosse Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asuburban 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.
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