Firstsite Art Gallery
Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH, East of England
Firstsite is a wonderful location where you can experience art, culture and activities from around the world. Turbo-charge your imagination and open your mind through exhibitions, workshops, films and stargazing events!
Photo: Jane Lloyd Photography
Weather forecast
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25/09/25
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25/09/25
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26/09/25
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26/09/25
11° 8%
Weather forecast for Colchester (0.7 miles away) updated 24/09/25 at 20:02.
Local light pollution
Firstsite Art Gallery is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a 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
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
Thu 25th Sep
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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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