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17th December Lecture: Planetary Nebula

In this months talk, Graham Darke the Society’s honorary President will introduce us to a fascinating class of astronomical object. He will cover the discovery of these objects in the 18th Century, their properties and what makes them of interest to both professional and amateur astronomers. Graham will explain techniques for observing and capturing images…

19th November Lecture: Instrument Scientists – Working behind the stage of astronomical research

Until not too long ago, astronomers often made their own instruments of telescopes or devices attached behind them. However, in Astronomy today the technology  way too diverse and specialised, and the instruments are very sophisticated /complicated and large to be developed single handed. Usually a whole group of engineers, scientists and technicians are needed to…

23rd September: SAS Starbeque

SAS Starbeque event at Derwent Reservoir Car Park. Date:  Saturday 23rd September 2023 Time: From 3 pm until very late, observing afterwards if weather is favorable. Venue: Will take place at at Derwent Reservoir located at our Millshield dark sky site. This is our traditional celebration of the return of darker nights and, as this season’s…