University of St Andrews Observatory
University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9LZ
The St Andrews Observatory, home to the James Gregory Telescope, is open to the general public through events organised by the University’s Astronomy Group and the St Andrews University Astronomical Society.
Location events organiser
St Andrews University organises events at this location
Please contact St Andrews University directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: observ@st-andrews.ac.uk
Website: St Andrews University
Twitter: @jgtelescope
Facebook: St Andrews University
Weather forecast
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28/04/24
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29/04/24
5° 2%
Weather forecast for St Andrews (0.8 miles away) updated 28/04/24 at 04:00.
Local light pollution
University of St Andrews 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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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 University of St Andrews Observatory. View these events on our calendar, add them to your calendar or Google Calendar.
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