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Chelford Observatory

United Kingdom · Europe
✦ 53.2739, -2.2846

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About this observatory

Chelford observatory is listed in Cheshire, England, in a part of the country well known among astronomers for its skies and its neighbour, the Jodrell Bank radio telescope complex.

About Chelford observatory

Detailed public information about this specific observatory is limited. It's located in Cheshire, in the north-west of England, an area with a strong astronomical pedigree thanks to its proximity to Jodrell Bank Observatory, home to the University of Manchester's radio telescopes.

Location & getting there

The observatory is in Cheshire, England. (Use the map and directions above to plan your route.)

Visiting Chelford observatory

Because we don't have confirmed visiting details for this site, check online or with local astronomy societies in Cheshire before planning a trip.

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Opening hours

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Frequently asked questions
In Cheshire, in the north-west of England, an area known for its proximity to Jodrell Bank Observatory.
Confirmed visiting details aren't available; check online or with local Cheshire astronomy societies before planning a trip.
No, they're separate sites in the same part of Cheshire; Jodrell Bank is the University of Manchester's well-known radio telescope facility.
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