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Cockfield observatory

United Kingdom · Europe
✦ 52.1665, 0.7733

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About this observatory

Cockfield observatory is located in the Norfolk/Suffolk border region of eastern England.

Location & getting there

The observatory sits in the flat, rural East Anglian countryside spanning the Norfolk and Suffolk border, an area known for its dark, low-light-pollution skies away from major cities. Detailed public information about the observatory's history, instruments, and current operations is limited, so it's worth checking local sources before planning a visit.

Visiting Cockfield observatory

No confirmed opening hours or public access details are available for this site at present; contacting local astronomy groups or societies in the Norfolk/Suffolk area is the best way to learn more before travelling.

See your named star from here

A star named through Star Register comes with exact right ascension and declination coordinates that work with any telescope in East Anglia or elsewhere. Browse the star catalogue to look up a named star's position.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
In the Norfolk/Suffolk border region of eastern England.
Public visitor details aren't confirmed for this site; check with local astronomy groups before planning a visit.
Once you name a star with Star Register, you get its exact right ascension and declination, usable with any telescope in the area.
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