Location description
Wynyard Planetarium and Observatory is a popular stargazing location on the outskirts of Norton near Stockton away from the worst of the area’s light pollution.
The observatory is home to a large aperture telescope and gives excellent views of the night skies. Volunteers frequently open the observatory for public stargazing sessions should weather permit.
The planetarium offers a digital projection system displaying full-dome movies. Regular “Public Star Show” presentations are given by experienced and enthusiastic astronomers.
Members of Cleveland and Darlington Astronomical Society hold their monthly meetings here. A great place to visit for families and suitable for anyone with an interest in astronomy.
Location event organiser
Teeside Astronomy Science Centre 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.
Planetarium
This location has a planetarium offering astronomy presentations projected onto a large curved screen or dome.
Tonight's weather forecast
Weather forecast for Billingham (3.56 miles away) updated 20/01/21 at 18:00.
Location light pollution
This location is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban setting based on satellite data from CPRE.
Urban
Suburban
Semi-rural
Rural
Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using
Stellarium.
Forthcoming events at this location
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 29th January 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 5th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 12th February 2021 from 19:15pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 19th February 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 5th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 12th March 2021 from 19:15pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 19th March 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 2nd April 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 9th April 2021 from 19:15pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 16th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 30th April 2021 from 19:30pm to 21:00pm
Astronomy Presentation, Observing (if clear)
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 14th May 2021 from 19:15pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory, Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3JG
Friday 11th June 2021 from 19:15pm to 21:30pm
Observing (if clear), Society Meeting