Orpington Astronomical Society

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The Orpington Astronomical Society is a very welcoming and active group of enthusiastic amateur astronomers. The group has an active outreach programme and organises regular observing evenings in Otford and monthly Society meetings in Petts Wood. New members are always welcome!
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Regular meetings with Orpington Astronomical Society

  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    The third Thursday of the month from January 2023 to January 2025

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

    Join the Orpington Astronomical Society astronomers for this informal observing session at Otford Village Memorial Hall. On the third Thursday of most months, members meet to chat over a cup of tea before setting up their telescopes.

    The public (prospective new Members) is welcome to join them, and the meeting goes ahead no matter the weather. The location is excellent for stargazing, with the adjacent recreation ground protected from street lighting.
  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    The fourth Wednesday of the month from January 2023 to December 2024

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

    The Orpington Astronomical Society meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (the third Wednesday in December).

    The highlight of the meeting is a talk by an invited speaker or member of the Society followed by a brief overview of astronomical events for the upcoming month.

    The group welcomes everyone, from beginners and those curious about the Universe to experienced amateur astronomers.

Forthcoming events by Orpington Astronomical Society

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  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    Thursday 18th April 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

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  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    Wednesday 24th April 2024 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

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  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    Thursday 16th May 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

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  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    Wednesday 22nd May 2024 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

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  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    Thursday 20th June 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

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  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    Wednesday 26th June 2024 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

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  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    Thursday 18th July 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

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  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    Wednesday 24th July 2024 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

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  • Observing evening with Orpington Astronomical Society

    Thursday 15th August 2024 from 19:30pm to 22:00pm

    Otford Village Memorial Hall, Otford, TN14 5PQ

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  • Orpington Astronomical Society monthly meeting

    Wednesday 28th August 2024 from 19:45pm to 21:30pm

    St Francis of Assisi Church Hall, Petts Wood, BR6 1QW

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Event locations used by Orpington Astronomical Society

  • Lullingstone Country Park

    Kingfisher Bridge, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JF

    Private Venue

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  • Otford Village Memorial Hall

    High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ

    Astronomical Society

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  • St Francis of Assisi Church Hall

    Greencourt Road, Petts Wood, Kent, BR6 1QW

    Astronomical Society

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