Location description
The Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory in Moor Park (also known as Moor Park Observatory) has a long history and deep tradition with astronomy. Originally opened in June 1927 the observatory has been recently renovated in 2017 and now opens its doors to the public every third Thursday of the month during the observing season.
Location event organiser
Preston and District Astronomical Society organises stargazing events at this location.
Astronomical society
Meeting place for local astronomical society, often in a location that enables stargazing and observing.
Observatory
Location has an observatory that is accessible to the public by prior arrangement or during public events.
Tonight's weather forecast
26/03/21
18:00
7°
24%
26/03/21
21:00
5°
50%
27/03/21
00:00
4°
59%
27/03/21
03:00
3°
63%
Weather forecast for Preston North End F.c. (0.69 miles away) updated 26/03/21 at 18:00.
Location light pollution
This location is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a urban setting based on satellite data from CPRE.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Forthcoming events at this location
Preston and District Astronomical Society Monthly Meeting
Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Blackpool Road, Preston, PR2 3AE
Thursday 8th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting
