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South West Herts Astronomical Society

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The South West Herts Astronomical Society was formed in 1968 to promote the science of astronomy and encourage widespread interest in the subject.

The Society has a very enthusiastic astrophotography group and a team of experienced astronomers active in outreach and regularly open their observatory on Saturday nights. New members and visitors are welcome.
South West Herts Astronomical Society

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Regular meetings with South West Herts Astronomical Society

  • South West Herts Astronomical Society Meeting

    The last Friday of the month from September 2025 to May 2026

    The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Watford, WD3 4HF

    Members of the public are very welcome to join the South West Herts Astronomical Society for this one of their regular monthly meetings that (mostly) take place on the last Friday of each month (depending on term-time), from September through to May.

    These sessions often involve a presentation by a guest speaker, astronomy news of interest and a virtual tour of the night sky in the planetarium.

    If you would like to attend this meeting, please first contact the Society to arrange access to the venue; a small on the door fee is payable to help cover costs (refunded if you become a Member of the Society).

Forthcoming events by South West Herts Astronomical Society

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  • South West Herts Astronomical Society Meeting

    Friday 24th April 2026 from 20:00pm to 22:00pm

    The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Watford, WD3 4HF

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  • South West Herts Astronomical Society Meeting

    Friday 29th May 2026 from 20:00pm to 22:00pm

    The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Watford, WD3 4HF

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Event locations used by South West Herts Astronomical Society

  • The Royal Masonic School for Girls

    Rickmansworth, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD3 4HF

    Astronomical Society

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