Welcome
The Breckland Astronomical Society, based in the charming village of Great Ellingham, Norfolk, meets regularly at the Recreation Centre. We have an observatory at the corner of the recreation ground, which is a designated Dark Sky Discovery Site. The observatory is equipped with a computer-controlled 20-inch reflecting telescope. We’re a friendly group of people who enjoy exploring the night sky together – whether you’re completely new to astronomy or have years of experience.
Next Events
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Tue 17 February8:00 pm – 10:00 pmTelescope Workshop
New to a telescope or astro equipment? Bring it along for hands-on help, demonstrating and testing. Free advice from enthusiastic amateurs. All welcome.
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Fri 27 February8:00 pm – 11:00 pmPublic Observing Night
Free to all. Come and relax under the night sky – no schedule – arrive when you wish, leave when you are tired.
Although free, we do welcome donations.
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Fri 13 March7:15 pm – 9:00 pmMagnetars and Fast Radio Bursts - Breckland Astro Meeting
Magnetars and Fast Radio Bursts
– Dr Samuel Lander UEA
Never miss out on our upcoming events. Check out our Online Calendar for more information.
Monthly Meetings
Open to all, members and non-members, regardless of experience and knowledge. No need to book, just turn up and enjoy.
Meetings, usually featuring a speaker, are held on the second Friday of every month at Great Ellingham Recreation Centre. The sessions commence at 7:30 pm, with the doors opening at 7:15 pm.
There’s a £3.00 entrance fee (free for under-18s).
Public Observing Nights
We organise free public observing nights at the Observatory on the last Friday of the month when it is dark enough. This usually excludes the months of May, June and July.
Feel free to come and go as you please. Even though the event is planned for a few hours, we don’t expect you to stay the whole time.
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