Letchworth Observatory
Standalone Farm, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 4JN
Run by the Letchworth & District Astronomical Society the observatory is located on the edge of Letchworth Garden City away from the worst of the light pollution. The observatory hosts frequent public stargazing events throughout the year.
Location events organiser
Letchworth & District Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact Letchworth & District Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: meetings@ldas.org.uk
Website: Letchworth & District Astronomical Society
Twitter: @LetchworthAstro
Facebook: Letchworth & District Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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28/04/24
8° 47% -
28/04/24
7° 3% -
29/04/24
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29/04/24
5° 0%
Weather forecast for Letchworth Garden City (1.0 miles away) updated 28/04/24 at 12:01.
Local light pollution
Letchworth Observatory 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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Urban
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Semi-rural
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Rural
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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!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at Letchworth Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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