Located on the grounds of the Trinity School in Carlisle the observatory is home to a 16″ reflecting telescope. Border Astronomical Society run events here and host their regular meetings at the facility to which members of the public are very welcome.
Location events organiser
Border Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact Border Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: dave@p3publications.com
Website: Border Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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21/05/24
16° 4% -
21/05/24
14° 6% -
22/05/24
13° 8% -
22/05/24
13° 35%
Weather forecast for Carlisle (0.4 miles away) updated 21/05/24 at 12:00.
Local light pollution
Trinity School Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to an urban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Urban
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Suburban
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Semi-rural
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Rural
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
Find the best dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at Trinity School Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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