York Astronomical Society

The York Astronomical Society invites you to attend the Partial Solar Eclipse observing event (on Wednesday, 12 August 2026) at BBF York from 6 pm onwards. You are welcome to stay late after sunset to observe the Perseid Meteor Shower and Stargazing sessions. You may bring your own binoculars and telescopes (or use our own) and seek advice and guidance from our expert astronomers. WARNING: Do not look at the sun without suitable eye protection (to avoid permanent damage to your eyes)!

What’s Up! August 2026 (A monthly look at astronomical events in the sky & on Earth)

The York Astronomical Society was founded in 1972 and became a registered charity (no. 1174488) in 2017. Its observatory is at Beetle Bank Farm and the Society aims to demonstrate, educate and promote the subjects of astronomy and spaceflight in the York area. We hold regular public meetings with and hosts regular star parties.

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An Introduction to the YAS Observatory at Beetle Bank Farm

What’s visible tonight – a useful website giving details of the night sky, with rising and setting times of the moon and planets

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