Breckland Astronomical Observatory
Great Ellingham, Near Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17
Home of Breckland Astronomical Society and listed as a Dark Sky Discovery Site, this observatory houses a large 20″ aperture telescope and an enthusiastic group of amateur astronomers. Members of the public are welcome to join them for meetings and observing sessions by prior arrangement.
Location events organiser
Breckland Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact Breckland Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Breckland Astronomical Society
Facebook: Breckland Astronomical Society
Local light pollution
Breckland Astronomical Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a semi-rural 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
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!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at Breckland Astronomical Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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