Manchester Astronomical Society

On the third Thursday of the month, from September to April, a free public lecture is held, commencing at 7.30pm. Non-members are most welcome. Past lecturers have included Dr Patrick Moore; Dr Allan Chapman; David Malin: and Professor, Sir Arnold Wolfendale, the 14th Astronomer Royal.

The prestigious Kopal Lecture is given annually by an astronomer from the University of Manchester' Department of Astronomy or Radio Astronomy in honour of an old friend, the late Emeritus Professor Zdenek Kopal, Manchester's first Professor of Astronomy.

Members meet every Thursday at the Godlee Observatory (except when a public lecture is taking place), when Slide shows, informal talks and occasional 'workshops' as mentioned above take place. Of course the telescopes are also used, weather permitting.

To keep members informed on the activities of the Society 'Current Notes' is published.

Contact Details

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