The playing fields at the back of the Red Lion Pub in Lacock make for an excellent observing location and is frequented by astronomers from Wiltshire Astronomical Society. The Society welcomes members of the public to join them for their frequent observing sessions hosted here.
Location events organiser
Wiltshire Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact Wiltshire Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: anglesburns@hotmail.com
Website: Wiltshire Astronomical Society
Facebook: Wiltshire Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
9° 78% -
27/04/24
8° 81% -
28/04/24
7° 93% -
28/04/24
7° 94%
Weather forecast for Chippenham (3.0 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 16:00.
Local light pollution
Lacock Playing Fields 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
Find the best dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
CalendarForthcoming events
Below is a list of events at Lacock Playing Fields. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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