Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory
Thorpe Thewles, Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, TS21 3JG
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 events organiser
Teesside Astronomical Science Centre organises events at this location
Please contact Teesside Astronomical Science Centre directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.wynyard-planetarium.net
Twitter: @wwp_planetarium
Facebook: Teesside Astronomical Science Centre
Weather forecast
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Weather forecast for Billingham (3.6 miles away) updated 27/07/21 at 20:00.
Local light pollution
Wynyard Planetarium & Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban location based on satellite data from CPRE.
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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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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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