Whether you are a complete beginner or a veteran astronomer, young or elderly, male or female, you will be warmly welcomed by the Huddersfield Astronomy Society members.
The group holds regular meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion. Society members are pleased to offer help to beginners and offer expertise in astrophotography.
The Society also run a frequent astronomy course perfect for beginners.
Regular meetings with Huddersfield Astronomy Society
The second Tuesday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025
Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA
Huddersfield Astronomy Society hold regular practical stargazing sessions at their "Garden of Stars" dark sky location, and you are invited to join them!
Experts will be on hand to give advice about equipment and anything sky related! Bring telescopes or binoculars if you have them (though these are not required for attendance!) and any refreshments you may require. Don’t forget to wrap up warm!
These events are for both Society members and members of the public alike and are (usually) held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 19:00 to 21:30. A small on the door fee is applicable. There are toilet facilities on site.
Note that this event may be cancelled at short notice due to poor weather. We recommend checking the Huddersfield Astronomy Society website or Facebook page for updates, or contacting them prior to your visit.
The first Tuesday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025
Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN
This regular first Tuesday of the month meeting of the Huddersfield Astronomy Society offers a great opportunity to socialise with local astronomers.
The events often include a presentation or talk on various astronomical topics and, weather permitting, stargazing afterwards from the bowling green.
Everyone is welcome to join in, especially if you would like help with your telescope or seek advice on astrophotography.
Forthcoming events by Huddersfield Astronomy Society
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Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing
Tuesday 7th October 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm
Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN
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Introduction to Astronomy Course with Huddersfield Astronomy Society
Thursday 9th October 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm
Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN
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Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night
Tuesday 14th October 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm
Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA
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Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing
Tuesday 4th November 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm
Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN
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Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night
Tuesday 11th November 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm
Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA
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Huddersfield Astronomical Society meeting and observing
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:00pm
Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion, Huddersfield, HD4 6EN
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Garden of Stars Astronomy Club Night
Tuesday 9th December 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:30pm
Stirley Nature Reserve - Garden of Stars, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA
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Event locations used by Huddersfield Astronomy Society
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Lockwood Park Bowling Pavilion
Brewery Drive, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6EN
Astronomical Society
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Stirley Community Farm
Hall Bower Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6FA
Private Venue
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Stirley Nature Reserve – Garden of Stars
Hall Bower Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6FA, Yorkshire and The Humber England
Private Venue
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