University of Surrey Telescope
Scholars Walk, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7TR, South East England
The University of Surrey Telescope is housed in an observatory on the university campus. The Astrophysics Research Group utilises the research-grade instrument to work on key problems, from the evolution of galaxies to dark matter and energy. A programme of term-time astronomy evenings offers public visits which must be booked in advance.
Location events organiser
University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group organises events at this location
Please contact University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: University of Surrey Astrophysics Research Group
Twitter: @surreyastro
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Weather forecast for Guildford (0.8 miles away) updated 30/04/26 at 12:01. Powered by Met Office data.
Local light pollution
University of Surrey Telescope is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite. For more advanced light pollution data, view this location on DarkSkySites.
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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.
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