Welcome to the Chesterfield Astronomical Society website. 

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Link to Site 

www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/darkskies

 

 

 

 Where Are We? (See Location Map in the 'About CAS 'section)

 

 

 The Barnett Observatory is located at the end of Hastings Close, Newbold, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. S41 8RH.

 

Stargazing Live 2012 - Free Open Evenings

In support of the BBC's Stargazing Live programmes that will be aired on the evenings of the 16th, 17th and 18th of January 2012, the Chesterfield Astronomical Society is pleased to announce three open evenings running a day behind the programmes. The observatory will be open to the public on the 17th, 18th and 19th of January from 8 o'clock onwards. The evenings will include talks about astronomy and tours of the observatory. Weather permitting, visitors will get the opportunity to view the night skies using some of the society's telescopes including the huge one and a half ton telescope permanently housed in the main dome. Entry is free but all donations - no matter how small - will be gratefully received to help maintain the facilities and to contribute to running costs.

There is a small carpark at the front of the observatory but if there are no spaces available, please park considerately because Hastings Close is a residential road.

When We Are Open

 

We are open every Friday from 20:00 onward. The observatory usually closes when the last member leaves which will depend upon the weather conditions, what is visible and personal commitments.

Non-members are welcome to come and have a look around before you decide if you would like to join or not.

Anyone can become a member of the society and we provide reduced rate membership for the young and for senior citizens.

 

Group Visits

 

Group visits (within or outside the normal open hours) are usually available, for more information please click here to send an email to the events officer or call the Observatory Helpline on 0792 33 55 786.

Some of our members also give talks to local groups about the observatory, general astronomy and other more specific topics. If you would be interested in having one of our members come to give a talk or lecture to your group please click here to send an email to the events officer to discuss your needs. Or call for the Observatory Helpline on 0792 33 55 786.

 

Any Questions?

 

For more information about the society or astronomy please click here to send an email to the secretary. Or call for the Observatory Helpline on 0792 33 55 786.

For technical queries about the website please click here to send an email to the webmaster.

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