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The Blackett Observatory at Marlborough College is home to the largest refracting telescope in Wiltshire. The location is made accessible to the public through the Friends of the Marlborough Telescope membership scheme. School and Society visits are welcome by prior arrangement.
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Email: [email protected]
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Forthcoming events by Blackett Observatory

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  • Friends of the Marlborough Telescope solar observing

    Wednesday 21st May 2025 from 14:30pm to 16:30pm

    Blackett Observatory, Marlborough, SN8 1PA

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  • Friends of the Marlborough Telescope Perseids meteor shower

    Tuesday 12th August 2025 from 22:00pm to Wednesday 13th August 2025 00:00am

    Blackett Observatory, Marlborough, SN8 1PA

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Event locations used by Blackett Observatory

  • Blackett Observatory

    Marlborough College, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1PA

    Observatory

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