Supporting UK Astronomy
The 2013/2014 renewals are now due – all societies will have had an email about this and if you are looking to complete your renewal then pop over to the Updates & Renewals page.
Isle of Man Astronomical Society sent in a write up of their BBC Stargazing Live events during early January (below) . There were many Stargazing Live events and expect to read about many more in the FAS newsletter The IOM Astronomical Society held a public stargazing event at Onchan Park, Onchan Isle of Man on […]
The FAS records with sadness the death of Sir Patrick Moore at the age of 89; his passing has deprived the astronomical world of one of its greatest advocates and ambassadors, his unique personality and boundless enthusiasm inspired countless thousands to pursue astronomy as a hobby and, in no small number of cases, professionally. Patrick’s own […]
Rugby & District AS sent in a write up of their Dark Sky Discovery night on the 21st October (below). There have been many DSD events taking place across the country and keep your eyes open for others. As astronomers based in Britain we are used to a bit of adversity in our events, but […]
The FAS convention was again a lovely autumn day. There were over 42 astronomical societies represented from all over the country. There will be a more detailed report in the next FAS Newsletter but for now here are a few images from the FAS Convention 2012 by John Axtell – can you spot yourself?