Thu 6th – Mon 10th March, 2008 The dark skies on the south coast of the Isle of Wight provided a brilliant backdrop for the inaugural Isle of Wight Star Party organised by the island’s Vectis Astronomical Society (VAS) in association with the Southern Area Group of Astronomical Societies (SAGAS). About forty five astronomers travelled […]

The 2008 FAS Convention will be held at the Institute of Astronomy, Cambridge, on September 20th. A top line up of speakers; Prof. Barrie Jones, Nik Szymanek, Prof. Andy Fabian, Dr. Somak Raychaudhury + Trade stands and society displays + Tours of the telescopes (construction work permitting) + The legendary FAS Raffle + Astro-Imaging Competition […]

The Stargazer’s Starter Guide To Buying Your Telescope  A new booklet developed by the FAS in 2007 is now available for purchase. This helpful guide explains about telescopes and accessories in simple terms, as an aid to anyone considering purchasing their first telescope. For pricing and ordering information see our Publications pages

The FAS would like societies input on what they feel that we should, as a collective group, be doing towards the International Year of Astronomy 2009. The FAS is sitting on the IYA2009 UK Steering Group and we want to represent the thoughts of all the societies. If you have any thoughts please let us […]

An important issue was raised at the AGM last October. There was a comment from the floor about how did societies find out what was going on at FAS Council meetings. The answer which I gave is that is where the FAS Regions and the Regional Representatives come in. The FAS has a number of […]

The 2007 AGM & Convention will once again be held at the BMI (Birmingham & Midland Institute) on 13th October 2007. Featuring: Talks by: Prof Mike Cruise, University of Birmingham Prof Colin Pillinger, Open University Prof Phil Diamond, University of Manchester Displays & Trade Stands NEW!! FAS Astro Imaging Competition The Legendary FAS Raffle. The […]