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Posted on 18 August 202518 August 2025 by casadmin

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The recent talk by Neil Havard “Back To Basics” is now available HERE for members who were unable to make the meeting.

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Second Saturday of the month for main meetings, starting sharp at 7:30pm.
Doors open at 7:15pm.
Workshops on the last Sunday of the month as detailed below.
Please note that dates and times can change at short notice if weather conditions dictate, so members please check on the Discord group if the weather is looking doubtful.


    Sunday 28th June
    Telescope Workshop at Deer Park Archers. 8pm.

  • Saturday 11th July – *MEETING CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT* [will be rescheduled] Peter Cadogan: Counting Lunar Craters

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Our monthly meetings take place at Deer Park Archers, Shurdington.
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