The Arsyllfa Busby-Braden Observatory is named in honour of the late Robert Busby and Phil Braden, two enthusiastic local astronomers who loved sharing their passion and curiosity about the night sky. As of early 2024, the Seiriol Men’s Shed and other dedicated volunteers are renovating the project.
The location is a partner with Prosiect Nos (North Wales Dark Skies Partnership) and the Anglesey Astronomy Society with whom they frequently co-host stargazing events, as well as a host location for the Welsh Dark Skies Week.
Location events organiser
Plas Bodfa organises events at this location
Please contact Plas Bodfa directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Plas Bodfa
Weather forecast
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Weather forecast for Lleiniog Beach, Penmon (beach) (1.2 miles away) updated 10/05/24 at 04:00.
Local light pollution
Arsyllfa Busby-Braden Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to adark site dark site location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. 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. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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