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Regular meetings with Preston and District Astronomical Society

  • Preston and District Astronomical Society meeting

    The second Thursday of the month from January 2025 to November 2025

    Penwortham Golf Club, Penwortham, PR1 0AX

    Join the Preston and District Astronomical Society members for this one of their regular second Thursday of the month (except December) meetings. Enjoy a presentation by a guest speaker and catch up with fellow astronomers. You can also learn more about the events at their observatory in Moor Park. Everyone with an interest in astronomy is welcome!

  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    The third Thursday of the month from September 2025 to March 2026

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

    Pop along to the Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory in Preston's Moor Park for an evening of stargazing with Preston and District Astronomical Society astronomers.

    The observatory is open for public visits most third Thursday evenings of each month, from September to March.

    These sessions are suitable for everyone, including children and novices. Telescopes are provided, and you can take yours if you have one.

    No prior booking is required, however we recommend contacting the Society prior to your visit to confirm the event is taking place.

Forthcoming events by Preston and District Astronomical Society

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  • Preston and District Astronomical Society meeting

    Thursday 11th September 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Penwortham Golf Club, Penwortham, PR1 0AX

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  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 18th September 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

    More info

  • Preston and District Astronomical Society meeting

    Thursday 9th October 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Penwortham Golf Club, Penwortham, PR1 0AX

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  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 16th October 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

    More info

  • Preston and District Astronomical Society meeting

    Thursday 13th November 2025 from 19:30pm to 21:30pm

    Penwortham Golf Club, Penwortham, PR1 0AX

    More info

  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 20th November 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

    More info

  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 18th December 2025 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

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  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 15th January 2026 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

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  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 19th February 2026 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

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  • Moor Park Observatory public open evening

    Thursday 19th March 2026 from 19:30pm to 22:30pm

    Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory - Moor Park, Preston, PR2 3AE

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Event locations used by Preston and District Astronomical Society

  • Cuerden Valley Park

    Berkeley Drive, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6BY, North West

    Public Venue

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  • Deepdale Labour Social & Bowling Club

    287 Skeffington Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 6RX

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  • Jeremiah Horrocks Observatory – Moor Park

    Blackpool Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3AE, North West

    Astronomical Society, Observatory

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  • Penwortham Golf Club

    Blundell Lane, Penwortham, Lancashire, PR1 0AX, North West England

    Astronomical Society

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