Edinburgh Royal Observatory

Location description

The Edinburgh Royal Observatory has a long history dating back to 1786 when the first Chair of Astronomy was established at the University. It is now one of the UK's major centres of astronomical research. The observatory is accessible to the public during regular open evenings which must be booked in advance online and suitable for anyone with an interest in astronomy.

Location event organiser

Edinburgh Royal Observatory 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

26/09/18

19:00

15°

10%

26/09/18

22:00

15°

6%

27/09/18

01:00

15°

8%

27/09/18

04:00

15°

4%

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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