Location description
The Astronomy Centre is high up on the moors of the Southern Pennines, near the border between Yorkshire and Lancashire. At an elevation of about 1112′ (339m), the main observatory is situated on a level plateau surrounded by a ring of low hills which offer protection against light pollution from nearby towns.
Location event organiser
Astronomy Centre 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
Weather forecast for Bacup (2.04 miles away) updated 20/01/21 at 18:00.
Location light pollution
This location is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a semi-rural 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.
When to stargaze at The Astronomy Centre
This location's semi-rural setting means it benefits from dark skies depending on the time of the year and lunar cycle. In the calendar below where you can see stars indicates when the skies will be dark and the best time to stargaze. Yellow areas show the adverse effects of daylight (bold) and moonlight (faded). Hover over a day to see darkness times or click on a date for more information.
Forthcoming events at this location
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 23rd January 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 30th January 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 6th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 13th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 20th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 27th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 6th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 13th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 20th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 27th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 3rd April 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 10th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 17th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
The Astronomy Centre, Bacup Road A681, Near Todmorden, OL14 7HP
Saturday 24th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 23:30pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
