Informal solar eclipse observing with Abergavenny Astronomy Society
Wednesday 12th August 2026 from 18:00pm to 20:00pm
Belgrave Park - Abergavenny
Knoll Road, Abergavenny, Gwent, NP7 7AD, null Wales
This is a relaxed and informal gathering for anyone who would like to come along and watch the partial solar eclipse in the company of others.
Experienced astronomers will be on hand with specially equipped solar telescopes, offering fantastic views of the eclipse and an opportunity to learn more about what’s happening as the Moon passes in front of the Sun.
There’s no formal programme — simply come along, enjoy the spectacle and share the experience with fellow eclipse watchers.
Please note that this has already taken place on 12/08/2026
Event organiser
Abergavenny Astronomy Society is organising this event
Please contact Abergavenny Astronomy Society directly for more details regarding this event or, if appropriate, contact the event venue.
Email: [email protected]
Website: Abergavenny Astronomy Society
Facebook: Abergavenny Astronomy Society
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 12th Aug
Local light pollution
Belgrave Park - Abergavenny is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite. For more advanced light pollution data, view this location on DarkSkySites.
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The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
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