Location description
The Failand Observatory is operated by a welcoming and enthusiastic team of astronomers from Bristol Astronomical Society. The facility is home to the Cyril Swindin telescope — a 12.5 inch reflecting telescope donated by a former member which offers fantastic views of the night skies, this alongside their larger 18″ aperture instrument. The Society regularly opens the facility to the public throughout the observing season.
Location event organiser
Bristol Astronomical Society organises stargazing events at this location.
Astronomical society
Meeting place for local astronomical society, often in a location that enables stargazing and observing.
Observatory
Location has an observatory that is accessible to the public by prior arrangement or during public events.
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Location light pollution
This location is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban setting based on satellite data from CPRE.
