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Posted on 18 August 202518 August 2025 by casadmin

Back To Basics

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 Sundays as detailed
Please note that dates and times can change at short notice if weather conditions dictate, so please check on the Discord group if the weather is looking doubtful.

  • 13 September 2025
    Hugh Allen: Binary Stars
    • SINCE THERE APPEARS TO BE A GOOD CHANCE OF CLEAR SKIES TONIGHT, PLEASE BRING ALONG TELESCOPES FOR VIEWING AFTER THE MEETING
  • Sunday 28 September 2025
    Public Telescope workshop - 8pm
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    CHANGE FROM USUAL MEETING DATE
  • *18 October 2025
    (Rev.) Dr. Joe Mottram: Star Formation
  • Sunday 26 October2025
    Public Telescope workshop - 8pm

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If you are unsure about joining, you are welcome to attend a maximum of 2 monthly meetings as a visitor to see what you think of the Society. There is a small charge of £2 per person per visit, but if you join the Society during the evening of your visit the charge for that evening will be fully refunded. If you wish to continue beyond those 2 visits we will require you to become a member.

Our monthly meetings take place at Deer Park Archers, Shurdington.
See the map below or use the What Three Words app to obtain a precise location, using "shudders.stewing.genetics". what3words.com/shudders.stewing.genetics

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