Failand Observatory

Failand Observatory

Failand, Near Wraxall, Avon, BS8 3US

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.


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Events nearby

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  • Barry Astronomical Society meeting

    Monday 1st April 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Cemetery Approach Community Centre, Barry, CF62 8BQ (25.2 miles away)

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  • Wiltshire Astronomical Society meeting

    Tuesday 2nd April 2024 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Irene Usher Memorial Pavilion, Melksham, SN12 6NS (26.9 miles away)

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  • Usk Astronomical Society weekly meeting

    Thursday 4th April 2024 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm

    The Grange - Usk, Usk, NP15 1AB (20.4 miles away)

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  • Wiltshire Astronomical Society observing session

    Friday 5th April 2024 from 20:00pm to 23:00pm

    Lacock Playing Fields, Chippenham, SN15 2LQ (24.5 miles away)

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  • Starquest Astronomy Club meeting and stargazing

    Thursday 11th April 2024 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm

    Sutton Veny Village Hall, Sutton Veny, BA12 7AP (29.9 miles away)

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