Beetle Bank Farm
Moor Lane, Murton, North Yorkshire, YO19 5XD, Yorkshire and The Humber
Beetle Bank Farm occupies an ideal location on the outskirts of York, away from the worst effects of the city’s light pollution. The York Astronomical Society regularly uses the venue for meetings and outreach events.
Location events organiser
The York Astronomical Society organises events at this location
Please contact The York Astronomical Society directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: info@yorkastro.org.uk
Website: The York Astronomical Society
Twitter: @yorkastro
Facebook: The York Astronomical Society
Weather forecast
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27/04/24
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27/04/24
7° 4% -
28/04/24
6° 10% -
28/04/24
6° 20%
Weather forecast for York (2.7 miles away) updated 27/04/24 at 20:01.
Local light pollution
Beetle Bank Farm 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 Beetle Bank Farm. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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