The Rosse Observatory in Pontefract is the home of the friendly and welcoming West Yorkshire Astronomical Society. The group organise regular public stargazing sessions on Tuesday and Friday evenings.
Location events organiser
West Yorkshire Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact West Yorkshire Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: wyas.bookings@gmail.com
Website: West Yorkshire Astronomical Society
Facebook: West Yorkshire Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
8° 10% -
27/04/24
6° 5% -
28/04/24
6° 19% -
28/04/24
6° 85%
Weather forecast for Pontefract (1.1 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 04:00.
Local light pollution
Rosse Observatory is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to asuburban suburban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Urban
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Semi-rural
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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 Rosse Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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