Location description
Observing home of the Mexborough & Swinton Astronomical Society.
Location event organiser
Mexborough & Swinton Astronomical Society organises stargazing events at this location.
Observatory
Location has an observatory that is accessible to the public by prior arrangement or during public events.
Tonight's weather forecast
25/09/18
19:00
14°
4%
25/09/18
22:00
13°
4%
26/09/18
01:00
11°
1%
26/09/18
04:00
11°
4%
Weather forecast for Upper Haugh (1.18 miles away) updated 25/09/18 at 20:00.
Location light pollution
This location is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban setting based on satellite data from CPRE.
Urban
Suburban
Semi-rural
Rural
Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Forthcoming events at this location
Public Viewing at Hoober Observatory
Friday 19th October 2018 from 19:45pm to 22:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Public Viewing at Hoober Observatory
Friday 16th November 2018 from 19:45pm to 22:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Public Viewing at Hoober Observatory
Friday 14th December 2018 from 19:45pm to 22:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)