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Hartley Wintney observatory

United Kingdom · Europe
✦ 51.3065, -0.9125

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About this observatory

Hartley Wintney Observatory is a community astronomy facility at the Lucy Pygott Centre in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, England, used by local groups for stargazing events.

About Hartley Wintney Observatory

The facility is based at the Lucy Pygott Centre in Hartley Wintney and is used by local astronomy groups for observing sessions and public stargazing events. Detailed information on its instruments and operating body is limited.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located at the Lucy Pygott Centre, Hartley Wintney, in Hampshire, England, a village setting that offers darker skies than nearby towns.

Visiting Hartley Wintney Observatory

For current stargazing event dates and access details, check with the local astronomy groups that use the Lucy Pygott Centre before planning a visit.

See your named star from here

Community observing nights like those held at Hartley Wintney are a great place to look for the right ascension and declination of a star named through Star Register. Find your star's coordinates in the catalogue.

Opening hours

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

Frequently asked questions
At the Lucy Pygott Centre in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire, England.
Yes, local astronomy groups hold stargazing events there; check locally for current dates.
It's used for community stargazing sessions, though specific equipment details aren't published.
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