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The High Legh Community Observatory is run by a group of welcoming and enthusiastic astronomers who are incredibly active in astronomy outreach.
Every Friday (weather permitting), the group holds observing sessions to which the public is very much welcome to join. The observatory is also opened for special astronomical events such as meteor showers and eclipses. In addition, group visits are catered for and welcomed.
The group also hosts regular monthly meetings at St John's Church, High Legh, on the second Thursday of each month. These meetings are also open to the public and include talks and presentations on various astronomical topics.
Every Friday (weather permitting), the group holds observing sessions to which the public is very much welcome to join. The observatory is also opened for special astronomical events such as meteor showers and eclipses. In addition, group visits are catered for and welcomed.
The group also hosts regular monthly meetings at St John's Church, High Legh, on the second Thursday of each month. These meetings are also open to the public and include talks and presentations on various astronomical topics.
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Regular meetings with High Legh Community Observatory
Solar observing at High Legh Community Observatory
The first Sunday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025
High Legh Community Observatory, High Legh, WA16 6NS
The High Legh Community Observatory opens on the first Sunday morning of each month from 10am until 1pm in support of Abbey Leys Farmers Market. Please note that these sessions are dependent on the weather.
Public observing at High Legh Community Observatory
Friday every week from January 2025 to December 2025
High Legh Community Observatory, High Legh, WA16 6NS
Everyone is welcome to join the High Legh Astronomical Society members in their charming and welcoming observatory for this one of their regular Friday evenings open nights. These sessions make for an excellent opportunity for an evening of stargazing with a friendly and enthusiastic bunch of amateur astronomers! However, please note that this event only goes ahead if the weather is good.
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These events are free of charge (donations welcome!) and no prior booking is required. We recommend contacting the Society prior to your visit to letting them know you plan to attend.High Legh Community Observatory group meeting
The second Thursday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025
St John's Church - High Legh, High Legh, 6ND
The amateur astronomy group that runs events at the nearby High Legh Community Observatory meets on each month's second Thursday. These meetings are open to the public (a small fee is charged on the door) and involve an interesting presentation or lecture by an expert in astronomy.
These group meetings do not necessarily involve practical stargazing; however, they are a great way to meet local astronomers and find out more about their observatory.
Forthcoming events by High Legh Community Observatory
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