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Bayfordbury Observatory

The University’s teaching observatory for astronomy and astrophysics, offering students a hands-on experience with some of the latest technology in the field.

Visiting the observatory

Where to find Bayfordbury Observatory.

Attend an open day or arrange a group visits to the observatory. Open evenings are held at once a month from October to March.  These evenings are tailored specifically for the public so that adults, children and amateur astronomers alike can all enjoy the event.  Private group visits can be arranged if you have 15 or more attendees.

Find out more

There is lots of information about the observatory and the research that takes place there on the Bayfordbury Observatory website.