Monthly society meetings continue with the next meeting on April 1st (tonight). The venue is Whitby School (Prospect Hill site - formally Caedmon College - Nornanby Campus). Start time is 7:30pm. [Read more about Society Monthly Meetings ]
The society have once again been invited to host an event by NYMR at their Stape Outstation site on April 4th.
[Read more about NYMR - Outreach Event at the Stape Outstation]
Time again for our monthly review of observing sessions (or lack of) spent at the Bruce Observatory. [Read more about Bruce Diary]
The lecture was in aid of the 10th anniversary of Dark Sky Festivals hosted by North Yorkshire Moors National Parks (NYMNP) authority and was held at Sneaton Castle - Whitby. Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock was the guest speaker. Mark and Richard give their thoughts on the evening. [Read more about Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock Lecture - Sneaton Castle. ]
Monthly society meetings continue with the next meeting on March 4th. The venue is Whitby School (Prospect Hill site - formally Caedmon College - Nornanby Campus). Start time is 7:30pm. [Read more about Society Monthly Meetings ]
Our first visit to this venue was highly rewarding. The clear skies enabled outdoor observations, while the high level of public interest justified presentations inside the centre as well. [Read more about Star Party - National Trust Ravenscar Visitors Centre]
The events held at Whitby Youth Hostel during the half-term week to coincide with the Dark Skies Festival were predictably influenced by our weather. However, observations were possible at the second event, albeit in chilly conditions. [Read more about Whitby Youth Hostel Events - Feb 16th & Feb 18th]
Time again for our monthly review of observing sessions (or lack of) spent at the Bruce Observatory. [Read more about Bruce Diary]
A reminder that Society subscription renewal is still ongoing, or for anyone wishing to join the society - rates are as follows... [Read more about WDAS Subs renewal/joining fee for 2025]
Monthly society meetings continue with the next meeting on February 4th. The venue is Whitby School (Prospect Hill site - formally Caedmon College - Nornanby Campus). Start time is 7:30pm. [Read more about Society Monthly Meetings - Paul Cass Talk. ]
| Sun | Rise | Set |
|---|---|---|
| Actual | 06:07 | 19:58 |
| Civil Twilight | 05:29 | 20:35 |
| Nautical Twilight | 04:42 | 21:23 |
| Astronomical Twilight | 03:48 | 22:17 |
| Moon | Rise | Set |
|---|---|---|
| 14:57 | 21:34 |
