Cambridge Observatory - Institute of Astronomy

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.


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Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge

Institute of Astronomy at University of Cambridge organises events at this location

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Weather forecast

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Forthcoming 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.

  • Institute of Astronomy Public Open Night

    Wednesday 16th October 2024 from 18:45pm to 21:30pm

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  • Cambridge Astronomical Association speaker meeting

    Friday 18th October 2024 from 20:00pm to 21:30pm

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  • Institute of Astronomy Public Open Night

    Wednesday 23rd October 2024 from 18:45pm to 21:30pm

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  • Cambridge Young Astronomers (7 to 11 year olds)

    Saturday 26th October 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm

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  • Institute of Astronomy Public Open Night

    Wednesday 30th October 2024 from 18:45pm to 21:30pm

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  • Cambridge AstroPlus

    Monday 4th November 2024 from 19:15pm to 20:45pm

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