An enthusiastic team of volunteer astronomers runs the Hanwell Community Observatory. The location is home to the incredible John Wall telescope, a 30-inch refractor and the largest ever constructed by a single individual. Visitors are welcome for private stargazing sessions; however, prior booking is required.
Location events organiser
Hanwell Community Observatory organises events at this location
Please contact Hanwell Community Observatory directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: info@hanwellobservatory.org.uk
Website: Hanwell Community Observatory
Twitter: @HanwellObs
Facebook: Hanwell Community Observatory
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
8° 11% -
27/04/24
7° 55% -
28/04/24
6° 90% -
28/04/24
6° 96%
Weather forecast for Wroxton Abbey (1.9 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 20:01.
Local light pollution
Hanwell Community Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asemi-rural 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
Find the best dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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