Macclesfield observatory
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Macclesfield Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Cheshire, in the north-west of England.
About Macclesfield Observatory
Detailed public information about this observatory's instruments, founding, and current operators is limited. It should not be confused with larger, well-known astronomical facilities in the wider Cheshire area — the details available for this specific site are sparse.
Location & getting there
The observatory lies near Macclesfield, a market town in Cheshire, England, an area of rolling countryside on the edge of the Peak District.
Visiting Macclesfield Observatory
No confirmed public visiting programme or opening hours are available for this site. Check with local Cheshire astronomical societies or search for current details before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Any observatory, however small, can in principle be aimed at the coordinates of a star named through Star Register. Name a star and look up its exact position in our catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
