Abingdon Astronomical Society – Oxfordshire's largest astronomical society

Upcoming events

12 September 2022

Supernova

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

Local Date: 12 Sep 2022 |

Local Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

19 September 2022

Beginners meeting

All Saint's Methodist Church Hall

Local Date: 19 Sep 2022 |

Local Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

26 September 2022

Observing evening – first clear nightWaiting for decision

Frilford Heath Tubney Driving range

Local Date: 26 Sep 2022 |

Local Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

27 September 2022

Observing evening – first clear nightWaiting for decision

Frilford Heath Tubney Driving range

Local Date: 27 Sep 2022 |

Local Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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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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Catch superb Saturn at its best in 2022
The Solar System’s most picturesque planet comes to opposition at 17h UT on 14 August, when it lies at the vast distance of 1,324 million kilometres.
Mark Armstrong
How to beat the Moon’s glare to see the Perseid meteors
Despite the strong Moonlight pervading this Friday’s night sky, it’ll still be worth seeking out Perseid shooting stars as the shower perennially produces high rates of meteors
Mark Armstrong
North America Nebula is a true likeness
The North America Nebula (NGC 7000/Caldwell 20) in Cygnus is a fantastic emission nebula, an iconic object providing one of the highlights of the summer sky.
Mark Armstrong

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