Cygnus Observatory public open evening

Cygnus Observatory public open evening

Sunday 27th October 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre
Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, Sunderland, NE38 8LE

Everyone is welcome to this public open evening of the Cygnus Observatory at the Washington Wetland Centre.

The observatory is usually open every Thursday and Sunday evening to members and non-members from 7 – 9 pm. Please note that these events are subject to volunteer availability and weather conditions.

Astronomers from the Sunderland Astronomical Society will operate telescopes and answer questions. So if you have a telescope, bring it along for expert advice!

On the third Sunday of each month, the group meets for a more formal session that includes a presentation by a guest speaker.

These events are an excellent opportunity to learn more about their Society and possibly join their group.

As details for these events are subject to change, we recommend contacting the Society if you plan to attend.

Please note that this has already taken place on 27/10/2024


Event organiser

Sunderland Astronomical Society

Sunderland Astronomical Society is organising this event

Please contact Sunderland Astronomical Society directly for more details regarding this event or, if appropriate, contact the event venue.


Event booking

For full details on how to attend this event, including how to book, please see the event's official website.

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Event darkness

The Moon has a big impact on the visibility of celestial bodies in the night sky. Try to plan your stargazing when there is no bright Moon at night as this is when the skies will be at their darkest.

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.



Forthcoming events

Below is a list of events at Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.

  • Cygnus Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 7th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info
  • Moon watch and stargazing with Sunderland Astronomical Society

    Friday 8th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 22:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info
  • Cygnus Observatory public open evening

    Sunday 10th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info
  • Cygnus Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 14th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info
  • Cygnus Observatory public open evening

    Sunday 17th November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info
  • Cygnus Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 21st November 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Cygnus Observatory at Washington Wetland Centre, Washington, NE38 8LE

    More info

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