Abingdon Astronomical Society – Oxfordshire's largest astronomical society

Upcoming events

14 September 2026

The science of meteor detection

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

21 September 2026

Beginners meeting

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

12 October 2026

Aurorae and the solar cycles

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

19 October 2026

Beginners meeting

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

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Comet Lovejoy by Clifford Marcus

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NGC 7023 by Clifford Marcus

NGC 40 by Ian Smith

Rosette Nebula by John Napper

Abell 16 by Ian Smith

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M 97 by Ian Smith

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NGC 2174 by John Napper

NGC 891 by Steve Creasey

Kohoutek 2-2 by Ian Smith

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NGC 6946 by Clifford Marcus

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About Us

The society is for anyone interested in the night sky. Whether you are a complete beginner or an active observer there is always someone to meet to share knowledge and experiences.

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