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Welcome to
Croydon Astronomical Society

Croydon Astronomical Society is based in Croydon, just a few miles south of London. We hold public talks approximately every two weeks during school term time and aim to open our observatory to the public every Saturday evening.   The society was founded in 1956 and operates through the donation of time from its members and donations of money from its members and visitors.   If astronomy is your thing, please consider joining us as a member.  

OBSERVATORY OPEN.
Saturday 5th October, 8pm to 10pm.​

Saturday 5th October

Weather forecasts aren't all perfect but they have improved. We WILL BE OPEN TONIGHT. We will be there from 8 -10pm though, if it remains clear, there may be some of us there later.

Please look up as you leave home. If the clouds come in we may pack up early.

As usual, please don't try to park on the site, or in Waterhouse Lane.

It will be cold: much colder than you think. Wrap up warm!

Public talks

The Society holds public talks at Trinity School, Shirley Road, Croydon CR9 7AT.     Further details of the talks programme and location are set out in the Talks tab.

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Talks are open to all, there is no charge, but we have a suggested donation of £3 towards society funds. Refreshments priced at 50p are available during the break.

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Comet Tsuchinshan–Atlas by Casper Dyne.​

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Why we're here

Our objectives are to advance education in the science of astronomy and related subjects for the public benefit in Croydon and the surrounding area by:

 

  • encouraging a popular interest in astronomy and allied subjects;

  • helping beginners, irrespective of their age, to acquire a knowledge of astronomy and allied subjects; and

  • providing facilities for practical work and active participation in astronomical observation.

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