The observatory on the grounds of Windlesham School offers pupils an excellent opportunity to advance their interest in astronomy and learn about the Cosmos. Access to the observatory is made available to those outside the school by members of the Worthing Astronomical Society through regular observing sessions. Entry is strictly by prior arrangement; if you are interested in this location, please get in touch with the Society to arrange your visit.
Location events organiser
Worthing Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact Worthing Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Worthing Astronomical Society
Facebook: Worthing Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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03/06/24
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Weather forecast for Chanctonbury Hill (1.1 miles away) updated 03/06/24 at 04:00.
Local light pollution
Windlesham School Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asemi-rural semi-rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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