Astronomy evening at the University of Surrey
Wednesday 22nd October 2025 from 19:15pm to 21:15pm
University of Surrey Telescope
Scholars Walk, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7TR, South East England
Join us for an evening of astronomy filled with learning and stargazing. Each event begins with a fascinating research talk from a Surrey academic, before moving outdoors to observe the wonders of the universe.
Guests will have the chance to look through small telescopes provided by the Guildford Astronomical Society, as well as Surrey’s impressive 16-inch observatory telescope.
If the weather is cloudy, alternative indoor activities such as a guided tour of the night sky will be offered.
Events take place monthly from October to April, on Wednesdays from 19:15 to 21:15. Please note that bookings open two weeks prior to each event.
Event organiser
University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group is organising this event
Please contact University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group directly for more details regarding this event or, if appropriate, contact the event venue.
Email: [email protected]
Website: University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group
Twitter: @surreyastro
Event booking
For full details on how to attend this event, including how to book, please see the event's official website.
Visit event websiteEvent darkness
The below chart shows if and when the skies will be at their darkest during this event. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing.
Wed 22nd Oct
Local light pollution
University of Surrey Telescope 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.
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