Bayfordbury Observatory
Lower Hatfield Road, Bayfordbury, Hertfordshire, SG13 8LD
Observatory located on the campus of the University of Hertfordshire and accessible to the public during their open evenings which take place once a month between October and March.
Location events organiser
Bayfordbury Observatory organises events at this location
Please contact Bayfordbury Observatory directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: e.riley@herts.ac.uk
Website: Bayfordbury Observatory
Twitter: @BayfordburyObs
Facebook: Bayfordbury Observatory
Weather forecast
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03/05/24
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04/05/24
8° 1%
Weather forecast for Hertford (1.7 miles away) updated 03/05/24 at 20:01.
Local light pollution
Bayfordbury Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asuburban 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.
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 Bayfordbury Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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