Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy
University of Cambridge, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0HA
Located on the campus of Cambridge University the Insitute of Astronomy boasts a number of large aperture telescopes including the incredible Northumberland Refactor which is 20 feet long! Open evenings are every Wednesday night from October to March with events run in association with Cambridge Astronomical Society.
Location events organiser
Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge organises events at this location
Please contact Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge
Twitter: @cambridge_astro
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Weather forecast for Cambridge (1.4 miles away) updated 16/05/25 at 20:02.
Local light pollution
Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to an urban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Light pollution map of Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy
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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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 Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.