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. ]
We have a busy schedule of Star Party/Outreach events pencilled in for February and the coming months. Will it be plan A, or plan B? [Read more about WDAS Star Party Schedule - February ]
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]
Time again for our monthly review of observing sessions (or lack of) spent at the Bruce Observatory. [Read more about Bruce Diary]
| Sun | Rise | Set |
|---|---|---|
| Actual | 08:10 | 15:38 |
| Civil Twilight | 07:26 | 16:22 |
| Nautical Twilight | 06:40 | 17:08 |
| Astronomical Twilight | 05:56 | 17:51 |
| Moon | Rise | Set |
|---|---|---|
| 18:04 | 11:18 |
