The Isle of Wight Observatory

The Isle of Wight Observatory

Watery Lane, Newchurch, Isle of Wight, PO36 0LX

The Isle of Wight Observatory, also known as Newchurch Observatory, is run by the enthusiastic members of Vectis Astronomical Society who regularly meet here and in the pavilion next door. The observatory is frequently open to the public for regular stargazing sessions.


Location events organiser

Vectis Astronomical Society

Vectis Astronomical Society organises events at this location

Please contact Vectis Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location


Weather forecast

  • 19/03/24

    11° 11%
  • 19/03/24

    11° 45%
  • 20/03/24

    10° 14%
  • 20/03/24

    10° 5%

Weather forecast for Isle Of Wight (sandown) Airport (1.3 miles away) updated 19/03/24 at 04:01.




Forthcoming events

Below is a list of events at The Isle of Wight Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.

  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 21st March 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 28th March 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 4th April 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 11th April 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 18th April 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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  • Isle of Wight Observatory open night

    Thursday 25th April 2024 from 20:00pm to 22:30pm

    The Isle of Wight Observatory, Newchurch, PO36 0LX

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