North Essex Astronomical Society

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The North Essex Astronomical Society welcomes everyone with an interest in astronomy, whatever their level of expertise. From novice to expert, we aim to be a society for all amateur astronomers. Members’ interests range from observing and astrophotography, from telescopes to astrophysics. Our common love is a passion for astronomy. We try to build a greater appreciation of the dark night sky and help people enjoy it.
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Regular meetings with North Essex Astronomical Society

  • North Essex Astronomical Society – Young Astronomers Club

    The second Tuesday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025, except for August

    Southview School - Witham, Witham, CM8 2TA

    Young Astronomers Club is the perfect introduction for the budding astronomer!

    Run by a friendly team of astronomers from the North Essex Astronomical Society, you'll learn about the night sky, how to use telescopes and participate in other great fun activities. On clear nights you will be able to look through their telescopes.

    The club runs on the second Tuesday of each month (except for August) at Southview School in Witham and is for primary school-age children.

    Each session costs £4 per child and includes a squash drink. Tea and coffee are available for adults for a small donation. Parents are required to stay and encouraged to join in.

    If space allows, our coordinator may accommodate children outside the age range. Please get in touch with the Society to ask.

    Prior booking is essential!
  • North Essex Astronomical Society meeting

    The third Wednesday of the month from January 2025 to December 2025, except for August

    Henry Dixon Hall, Witham, CM8 3HR

    Join the friendly North Essex Astronomical Society members for this monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of each month (except for the first Wednesday in December and no meeting in August). Anyone is welcome, beginner or expert.

    The presentations are suitable for older children and adults. Younger children are welcome but may find the Society's regular star gazing events at Great Notley Country Park more interesting!

    These sessions are also a fantastic way to learn about the Society and its regular members-only club nights at their observatory.

    Doors open at 19:30 for a 20:00 start; a small fee is payable at the door, with under 16's free.

Forthcoming events by North Essex Astronomical Society

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  • North Essex Astronomical Society – Young Astronomers Club

    Tuesday 14th January 2025 from 18:30pm to 19:30pm

    Southview School - Witham, Witham, CM8 2TA

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  • North Essex Astronomical Society meeting

    Wednesday 15th January 2025 from 20:00pm to 22:00pm

    Henry Dixon Hall, Witham, CM8 3HR

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  • Stargazing at Little Easton Manor

    Saturday 18th January 2025 from 18:30pm to 21:30pm

    Little Easton Manor, Great Dunmow, CM6 2JN

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  • Stargazing at Great Notley Country Park

    Saturday 1st February 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:15pm

    Great Notley Country Park, Braintree, CM77 7FS

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  • Stargazing at Great Notley Country Park

    Saturday 8th February 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:15pm

    Great Notley Country Park, Braintree, CM77 7FS

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  • North Essex Astronomical Society – Young Astronomers Club

    Tuesday 11th February 2025 from 18:30pm to 19:30pm

    Southview School - Witham, Witham, CM8 2TA

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  • North Essex Astronomical Society meeting

    Wednesday 19th February 2025 from 20:00pm to 22:00pm

    Henry Dixon Hall, Witham, CM8 3HR

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  • Stargazing at Great Notley Country Park

    Saturday 8th March 2025 from 19:00pm to 21:15pm

    Great Notley Country Park, Braintree, CM77 7FS

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  • North Essex Astronomical Society – Young Astronomers Club

    Tuesday 11th March 2025 from 18:30pm to 19:30pm

    Southview School - Witham, Witham, CM8 2TA

    More info
  • North Essex Astronomical Society meeting

    Wednesday 19th March 2025 from 20:00pm to 22:00pm

    Henry Dixon Hall, Witham, CM8 3HR

    More info

Event locations used by North Essex Astronomical Society

  • Great Notley Country Park

    Great Notley, Braintree, Essex, CM77 7FS

    Public Venue

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  • Henry Dixon Hall

    Rivenhall, Witham, Essex, CM8 3HR

    Astronomical Society

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  • Little Easton Manor

    Park Road, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 2JN, East of England England

    Private Venue

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  • Museum of Power

    Hatfield Road, Langford, Essex, CM9 6QA, East of England

    Public Venue

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  • Southview School – Witham

    Conrad Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 2TA

    Public Venue

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  • St Mary’s Church – Bocking

    Church Street, Bocking, Essex, CM7 5SR, East of England

    Public Venue

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  • University of Essex – Colchester Campus

    Wivenhoe Park , Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ

    Public Venue

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