Breckland Astronomical Society

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Breckland Astronomical Society is based in the dark skies of Great Ellingham in Norfolk and has its own observatory housing a 20″ reflecting telescope.

The group is active in outreach and regularly opens its observatory to the public for stargazing sessions.
Breckland Astronomical Society

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Regular meetings with Breckland Astronomical Society

  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    The last Friday of the month from August 2024 to April 2025

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

    Join astronomers from Breckland Astronomical Society for this one of their regular free public observing nights at their fantastic Breckland Observatory, which takes place on the last Friday of each month (start time varies through the year) from August to April.

    Experience incredible planets, stars, galaxies and nebulae views through their excellent 20-inch aperture telescope!

    There is no need to book for this event; however, we recommend contacting the Society first to confirm your attendance.
  • Breckland Astronomical Society meeting

    The second Friday of the month from January 2023 to December 2024

    Great Ellingham Recreation Centre, Great Ellingham, NR17 1HZ

    The public is welcome to attend this meeting of the Breckland Astronomical Society.

    These meetings often include a talk or presentation and offer an excellent opportunity to socialise with local astronomers and learn about the society's activities.

    Although stargazing is not formally included in this event, the group hosts other evenings when it opens its observatory to the public.

Forthcoming events by Breckland Astronomical Society

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  • Breckland Astronomical Society meeting

    Friday 11th October 2024 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Great Ellingham Recreation Centre, Great Ellingham, NR17 1HZ

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 25th October 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Astronomical Society meeting

    Friday 8th November 2024 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Great Ellingham Recreation Centre, Great Ellingham, NR17 1HZ

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 29th November 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Astronomical Society meeting

    Friday 13th December 2024 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Great Ellingham Recreation Centre, Great Ellingham, NR17 1HZ

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 27th December 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 31st January 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 28th February 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 28th March 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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  • Breckland Observatory public open night

    Friday 25th April 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Breckland Astronomical Observatory, Near Attleborough, NR17

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Event locations used by Breckland Astronomical Society

  • Breckland Astronomical Observatory

    Great Ellingham, Near Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17

    Dark Sky Discovery Site, Observatory

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  • Great Ellingham Recreation Centre

    Watton Road, Great Ellingham, Norfolk, NR17 1HZ, East of England

    Astronomical Society

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  • Haw Wood Farm Caravan Park

    Hinton, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3QT

    Stay & Gaze

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  • RSPB Lakenheath

    Station Road, Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD

    Private Venue

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