Explore the Universe with us
At Norwich Astronomical Society we aim to promote and advance public knowledge in the Science of Astronomy as well as provide access to the Societies facilities for members who wish to practice Astronomy. We are passionate about astronomy and love to share it with others safely. We will be doing this through events (see the Events calendar) some of which will be open to the public later in the year, others for members only, either online or at the observatory (depending on circumstances and conditions). We also actively support outreach activities when possible and safe to do so.
Membership
Joining our Society has many benefits including access to the site facilities and equipment. Members can be trained to use our broad range of telescopes. Members also have access to the Societies online Cygnus magazine, discussion groups including notification when the site is open for observing. Find out more and apply:
‘The Light of the Night’ – A guide to the night skies through a camera
Shaun Reynolds, a renowned astrophotographer, will be talking about 'the Light of the Night' on 2nd December. There will be 2 talks, one at 7:30 pm and another at 8:30 [...]
Explore the Night Sky with Us
As we are all too aware, our British weather is changeable (wet). Whilst the main focus of the Seething Observatory is observing the Night Sky through telescopes in one of [...]
Group Visits
We are accepting bookings for the 2023/24 season for Group Visits.
We charge £3.50/head with a minimum Group Visit fee of £50.
We include a talk and view through telescopes (weather permitting) in a Group Visit.
We have a seating capacity of 45 per talk. For larger Groups we would split the group and perform 2 talks/tours
NOTE: We cannot be responsible for the weather on the date of your visit but will make every effort to ensure you have a good time
Follow the link “How to Book a Visit”
News
Stellarium returns to the Observatory
A small but interested audience of members viewed the return of Stellarium to the Seething projector screen last night, despite [...]
BBQ Under the Stars – Really was!
The Norwich Astronomical Society BBQ under the stars was actually blessed with a Super Moon and clear skies until late [...]
Perseids BBQ was a success
The Norwich Astronomical Society held a BBQ on Friday 11th August to coincide with peak activity of the Perseid meteor [...]
Summer Events open to the Public
Normally, throughout the summer months we only open the observatory for members. However, this year we are making a change [...]
We were busy at the First Light Festival
The First Light Festival at Lowestoft was held on 17th and 18th June. The Norwich Astronomical Society supported and attended [...]
News Update
Members only New articles have been added to Cygnus Online. NAS members should log on to Members area to read them. [...]