Swansea Astronomical Society

Previous Events

Date Event Venue

Thursday 09/09/2021
7:15pm Crazy interstellar rockets
Dr Julian Onions will give a talk on
'Crazy interstellar rockets' Online only Zoom

Monday 06/09/2021
20:30 until late Observing and imaging runs of Saturn, Jupiter and other objects
NB: This is in place of Tuesday the 7th September which is now cancelled due to the weather changing. As before please bring warm clothing and a hot drink as despite the balmy temperatures the evening air may be cooler. The slight haze that we have shouldn't be a problem for Jupiter or Saturn which should still look great through the scope. I hope to see those members who can make it later TONIGHT (Monday 6th September). Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 26/08/2021
20:30 until late Observing and imaging runs of the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter near opposition
The weather looks good for this evening (Thursday 26 August) with early cloud clearing to leave clear conditions for the rest of the night We aim to start viewing after sunset which will be at 8:19pm, so we should see Venus in the twilight sky around then before moving on to Saturn, and then Jupiter which will look spectacular less than a week after opposition. The 80% illuminated moon rises at 10:06pm and that should also look sensational through the large scope. A few star clusters, nebulae and galaxies should also be visible before the moonlight gets too bright. It promises to be a good night in the mild Californian type conditions! As always though some warm clothing and a hot flask are recommended. Fairwood Observatory

Tuesday 24/08/2021
20:30 until late Observing and imaging runs of the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter near opposition
This should be another good opportunity to catch Jupiter close to opposition and get some great views of Saturn and the gibbous moon too. The GRS should be visible on Jupiter from 22:45. Conditions look good but please dress accordingly and bring a hot flask as it can be quite cool. Fairwood Observatory

Sunday 15/08/2021
21:30 Observing and imaging runs of the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter near opposition
Clear conditions are expected from 10pm this evening (Sunday 15th August 2021), with excellent seeing predicted after midnight. We will be opening Fairwood from 9:30pm therefore for observing and imaging runs of the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter amongst other objects. This will be the best opportunity to observe Jupiter close to opposition this year with the GRS in transit at 10:30pm. A final go/no-go weather decision will be made by 6pm this evening, so please do check your email before setting off. Conditions look pleasant enough, but some warm clothing and a hot flask are still advisable. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 12/08/2021
7:15pm Observing the Solar System
Howard Davies (SAS) will give a talk on
'Observing the Solar System' Online only Zoom

Thursday 15/07/2021
7:15pm A History of Women in Astronomy
Mary McIntyre FRAS will talk on 'A History of Women in Astronomy”.
Historically, astronomy has been very male-dominated. Throughout history there have been a number of trail-blazing women, such as Caroline Herschel, who worked to change that. But in addition there were countless less well known women who were doing astronomy.
This talk is a celebration of women who worked in astronomy during different periods of history and some of the challenges they have faced. Online only Zoom

Thursday 17/06/2021
7.15pm Hours with the night sky
Bob Mizon will give a talk entitled
'Hours with the night sky' ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 20/05/2021
7.15pm Phosphine Gas in the Cloud Decks of Venus
Dr David L Clements will tell us about some interesting developments around our sister planet
In September 2020 a team of researchers led by Cardiff University and including Imperial College London released results that suggested the presence of phosphine, PH3, in the upper atmosphere of Venus. This was not expected. The conditions on Venus are not conducive to either the production or persistence of this molecule in its atmosphere. For it to be there, there must be an as-yet unknown source of phosphine. Suggested mechanisms include the possibility of anaerobic biology in the clouds of Venus - ie. it may be a sign of life. In this talk Dr Clements will look at how we got these results, provide updates on the very active discussion and reanalysis of our data, none of which have made our phosphine detections go away, and outline the next steps in our efforts to understand what is going on in the clouds of Venus.
Dr David L Clements is a Reader in Astrophysics at Imperial College London. He is an observational astrophysicist largely specialising in extragalactic astronomy and observational cosmology, but has recently branched out into astrobiology in our own Solar System, He has used many telescopes on the ground and in space, and has been heavily involved with both space missions, including the Herschel Space Observatory and the Planck mission. He also writes fiction and non-fiction. His first book was Infrared Astronomy: Seeing the Heat, published by CRC Press. His short fiction appears in numerous magazines and anthologies, with the first collection, Disturbed Universes, published by Newcon Press. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 06/05/2021
7.15pm AGM/Paul Pockington
Short AGM followed by Paul Pocklington - 'Unusual Lunar Features' ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 22/04/2021
7.15pm Voyager; Humanity’s Greatest Journey, Dr Garry E Hunt
The Voyager mission to the outer planets and onward beyond the limits of our solar system must be considered the greatest journey by a messenger from the Earth. The mission was conceived more than half a century ago, started in 1972 and the two spacecraft were launched in 1977 on their once in a 176 year opportunity paths of discovery to the distant worlds never seen before. The far planets of Uranus and Neptune have never been seen close up since the Voyager 2 passed by more than thirty years ago.

Voyager has been a major part of my life for more than fifty years as one of the original scientists elected by NASA in 1971. I will share with you my experiences and the insight into developing this incredible mission and the highlights of the countless discoveries which have rewritten the astronomy textbooks. Unaffected by Earth’s global pandemic, the Voyager spacecraft as still operating today as our space ambassadors. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 08/04/2021
7.15pm Comets (Nik Whitehead)
Missions to comets and what they’ve taught us about the early solar system. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 25/03/2021
7.15pm Eclipse Chasing
Chris Bowden will tell us about his chase after totality...since at least 1995! ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 11/03/2021
7.15pm Astronomical cycles and climate change
Internal and external factors influence Earth’s complex and ever changing climate over both the long and short term. In this talk Simon will discuss the importance of the various factors, particularly astronomical influences but also touching on concerns about the impact of human activity. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 25/02/2021
7.15pm Into the Cosmic Ocean - Andrew Lound
The incomparable Andrew Lound will give us one of his dramatic lectures! ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 11/02/2021
7.15pm Astroparticles: Cosmic Multiple Messengers
Jeff Zorko will give part 1 of his talk on Astroparticles. Astroparticle Physics investigates the radiation emitted from the universe allowing us to probe distant and extreme astrophysical environments. In this talk Jeff will discuss some of the observed phenomena and the science lying behind the interpretation of this frontier science which is leading to some cutting edge discoveries ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 28/01/2021
7.15pm A state of the Universe report - PROF CHRIS LINTOTT
We are very excited that Professor Chris Lintott will be giving us a talk.

"Our view of the Universe is changing, with new discoveries coming thick and fast, from possible signs of life in the clouds of Venus to mysterious explosions in the distant Universe. In this talk, astronomer Chris Lintott will draw on the latest discoveries and images of the Universe, bringing updates from the frontiers cosmology, the discovery of thousands of planets in other solar systems and from the search for life. With the pace of discovery set to increase even more rapidly in the decade to come, thanks to new telescopes and missions, this is the perfect time to check in on our understanding of the cosmos." This talk is (free) ticketed, members, please check your email for details ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 14/01/2021
7.15pm Double Stars
Howard Davies will give a talk on double stars ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 17/12/2020
7.15pm Christmas Social + Quiz
Bring your mulled wine and mince pies for our Christmas social and quiz and there will also be a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Followed by a Committee meeting for committee members. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 10/12/2020
7.15pm The Star of Bethlehem
Steve Tonkin will give us a talk entitled "The Star of Bethlehem". ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 26/11/2020
7pm The Orion Project - Dr Nik Whitehead
A look at this fascinating 1950s project for nuclear propulsion that eventually led to the space program ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 12/11/2020
7pm Review of Astro Imaging Techniques - Alan Jefferis
Getting into astro imaging and progressing to the next level covering camera to eyepiece, DSLR and camera lens, DSLR on telescope, video cam on telescope, Moon and planets, video cam on telescope - deep sky, pros and cons of CMOS and CCD, CCD came on telescope etc ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 22/10/2020
7pm Stellar Evolution Part-1
Roger Pickard 'Stellar Evolution Part-1' - This talk will cover the evolution of Sun-like stars from birth from the Interstellar medium to death as it puffs off its outer layers in the form of an planetary nebula whilst the core slowly fades away as a white dwarf. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 08/10/2020
7pm Radio Astronomy
Paul Spurr Radio Astronomy ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 24/09/2020
7pm Rodinia and the Boring Billion
James Fradgley "Rodinia and the Boring Billion” – a look at Earth’s geological and biological history, what that tells us about looking for life on planets, and a bit about exoplanets. ONLINE ONLY - ZOOM

Thursday 28/05/2020
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Andrew Lound will give a dramatic lecture TBC
Postponed Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 14/05/2020
7pm AGM
Short Annual General Meeting followed by members' short talks
Postponed Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 23/04/2020
Society Lecture
Alwyn Wallace will give a talk entitled 'Night Sky Wonders: Landscape Astrophotography'.
Postponed Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 09/04/2020
Society Lecture
Chris Bowden (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk on 'Eclipse chasing'.
Cancelled Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 26/03/2020
Society Lecture
Cancelled

Thursday 12/03/2020
Society Lecture
Tonight's lecture on Infrared Astronomy is cancelled

Saturday 29/02/2020
6pm to 9pm Star Party
On Leap Year Day, Saturday 29th February, the Swansea Astronomical Society are giving a Star Party at the National Botanic Garden of Wales from 6pm to 9 pm

This is your chance to take a leap into the outer reaches of the Solar System and beyond and, given clear skies, an excellent chance to view the Moon and Venus.

Dr Simon Helan will be giving a talk on 'Asteroids' and there will be the usual hot drinks and other delights in the Med cafÃ© in the Great Glasshouse.

As usual we will operate a telescope clinic, so if want advice on choosing telescopes and binoculars, or you have a telescope and need to know how to use it , bring it along and we will help you as best we can.

Admission is via the main gate, Â£3 for adults, free for children under 16. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 27/02/2020
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Simon Helan (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk on 'Asteroids'. Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 13/02/2020
7pm Society Lecture
Prof Prem Kumar (Swansea University) will give a talk on "Wormholes, quantum entanglement and the Black Hole Information Loss paradox" Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 23/01/2020
7pm Society Lecture
Maggie Collins (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk on "The life and work of Annie Maunder" Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Saturday 18/01/2020
12 Noon to 4pm Amazing Astronomy Event
More details as the event is finalised National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 09/01/2020
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead (University of Wales, Trinity St David) will give a talk entitled "What's that planet doing there? A brief introduction to planetary system formation". Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Tuesday 17/12/2019
18:00 - 23:59 Observing Session
Its currently looking clear from 6 PM on Tuesday evening of 17 December, so with the moon not rising until 10:15 PM this is a good opportunity for some telescope time. All members are welcome to attend, so I look forward to seeing you there. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 12/12/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Professor Steven Phillips of Bristol University will give a talk on 'Galaxies'. Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Friday 06/12/2019
Cancellation of Observing Session
Due to the weather changing adversely we are cancelling the planned observing session for the evening of the 6th December. We hope to be able to plan another lunar imaging and observing session once better conditions resume. Fairwood Observatory

Sunday 01/12/2019
16:00 - 23:00 Observing Session
Conditions look very good for this coming Sunday evening, so all members are welcome to attend Fairwood Observatory for some fine views of the night sky. We should catch Jupiter and Venus as the sun sets around 4:10 pm and then Saturn and a splendid 5 day old moon before moving on to Uranus and Neptune and then some star clusters. The moon will set around 8:50 allowing us to turn our attention to viewing some deep sky objects. There'll also be a very bright ISS pass around 6:10 PM to enjoy too, so do come along as it promises to be a great night. Please remember to wrap up warm though as temperatures are expected to be around freezing, so a hot flask is advised. I look forward to seeing you there. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 28/11/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Sarah Roberts (Cardiff University) will give a talk entitled 'Las Cumbres Robotic Telescope' Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Monday 18/11/2019
16:30 - 22:00 Observing Session
Weather looks good for this evening, so will aim to get to Fairwood in time for some viewings from sunset onward. We may get a glimpse or two of Venus and Jupiter in the twilight before turning to Saturn, Uranus and Neptune and then moving on to some star clusters and deep sky objects. All being well we should have good seeing until the 70% moon rises about 9:45 pm. All members are welcome - do wrap up warm as temperatures are expected to be around 3 degrees C, so a hot flask is recommended. Look forward to seeing you there. Fairwood Observatory

Saturday 16/11/2019
6pm to 9pm Star Party
The Swansea Astronomical Society are holding a Star Party at the National Botanic Garden of Wales on Saturday, Nov 16th from 6 pm to 9pm.
With clear skies this is a chance to learn about the Autumn Constellations and Galaxies such as Andromeda (M31) and Triangulum (M33), and a host of other interesting objects.
If you have a telescope and want help with it in any way, please bring it along and we will do our best to help. Entry is via the main gate, Â£3 or adults, free for under 5's.
Refreshments available in the Med cafÃ©. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 14/11/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Steve Lubbock of Barry Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled â€œCuriosities of the Autumn Skiesâ€ Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Monday 11/11/2019
12:00 - 16:30 Transit of Mercury viewing
Weather at present looks reasonable to attempt a rare viewing of the planet Mercury crossing the face of the sun. The transit begins at 12:35 so we will use special white light filters and Hydrogen Alpha scopes to view the planet's journey across the face of the sun until the sun sets at 16:32 PM. All members are welcome to attend. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 24/10/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Daryl Dobbs (Barry Astronomical Society) will give a talk on 'Deep sky observing in Cassiopeia' Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 10/10/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Roger Pickard will give a talk entitled 'Variable Stars in Detail' Technium 2 (Ground Floor) (Across the river from Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 19/09/2019
19:00 - 23:59 Observing Session
All members are welcome to attend the planned observing session this coming Thursday. We will be setting up from 7 PM and should get nice views of Jupiter, Saturn, the Moon and other objects. The ISS will make a brief appearance at 21:11, fading out just below Saturn a minute later. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 05/09/2019
19:00 - 22:30 Observing Session
Looks clear until around 10 PM, so we aim to meet to set up around 7 PM to calibrate the scope and attempt some CCD imaging and observing of Jupiter, Saturn and some deep sky objects. All members are welcome to attend. Fairwood Observatory

Sunday 01/09/2019
19:00 - 23:59 Observing Session
Forecast currently looks good, so we will aim to set up at 7 PM ~ 1 hour before sunset for some observing/imaging of Jupiter/Saturn and hopefully some deep sky objects too. All members are most welcome to attend. Fairwood Observatory

Wednesday 28/08/2019
20:15 - 23:59 Observing Session
Members are welcome for an observing session with targets such as Jupiter, Saturn, Aquilla, Scutum and more. Basic maintenance and setting up from around 19:00. Sunset will be at 20:11 and observing will continue until midnight (weather permitting). Fairwood Observatory

Friday 02/08/2019
20:30 - 23:59 ISS Lunar Transit & general observing
Attempt at viewing/imaging the ISS transiting the thin crescent moon visible low down in the NW as the sun is setting at 20:58. This will be followed by telescope viewing of night sky objects until around midnight (weather permitting). Fairwood Observatory

Saturday 20/07/2019
All day and evening Lunar and solar observing event
On Saturday July 20th 2019 it will be 50 years since Neil Armstrong first set foot on the Moon.
In celebration of this the Swansea Astronomical Society is holding an event at the National Botanic Garden of Wales.
There will be slide shows and talks about both the Sun and the Moon during the morning and the afternoon.
In addition, weather permitting, there will be opportunities to safely observe the Sun.
Normal entry fees to the Garden apply, the event itself is free.
National Botanic Gardens of Wales

Thursday 23/05/2019
7pm AGM
Annual General Meeting Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 23/05/2019
9-30pm Observing session
If the weather stays fine, Howard Davies will open the observatory for members' observing after the AGM is finished. Fairwood observatory

Thursday 09/05/2019
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Dr Vaibhav Tiwari, Research Associate 'Gravitational Physics Group, School of Physics and Astronomy Cardiff University will talk to the Society. Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 09/05/2019
9-30pm Observing session
If the weather is clear, Howard Davies will open the observatory after the society meeting. Fairwood observatory

Thursday 25/04/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Jane Clark will give a lecture on " Mapping the Solar System from your backyard " Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 11/04/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead (University of Wales Trinity Saint David) will give a talk entitled "The Physics of The Impossible". Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Sunday 31/03/2019
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Thursday 28/03/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Howard Davies (Swansea Astronomical Society Chairman) will give a talk entitled 'In search of Ancient Astronomers' Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Tuesday 26/03/2019
7pm Observing session
There will be an observing session if the sky stays clear. For insurance reasons, use of the observatory is for SAS members only. Fairwood observatory

Thursday 14/03/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Prof Mike Edmunds (Emeritus Professor Cardiff University) will give a lecture entitled 'Astronomy in an Age of Revolutions: The Foundation and Founders of the Royal Astronomical Society 1820' Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 28/02/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Sarah Roberts, (Swansea University) will give a talk on The Faulkes Telescope Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Saturday 16/02/2019
6pm - 9pm Star Party
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is hosting a Star Party, in partnership with Swansea Astronomical Society and AstroCymru, with astronomy activities from 6.00pm to 9.00pm.
Stargazing through telescopes (weather permitting) plus talks and telescope advice clinics in the Great Glasshouse; with food and drink available from the Med Cafe.
If you have a telescope and need help using it please bring it along.
Thereâ€™ll also be a 3D Cinema and astronomy artefacts, where visitors can handle objects dating from the birth of our solar system.
Entry via the main gate. The Star Party costs Â£3 per child. Accompanying adults are free but donations are welcomed. A family ticket is Â£6 (2 adults and up to 4 children). â€˜Unaccompaniedâ€™ adults cost Â£3. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 14/02/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Katherine Dooley, (Cardiff Universityâ€™s School of Physics and Astronomy), a Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow and winner of the prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize will give a talk entitled 'Listening to the universe: the new era of gravitational-wave astronomy.' Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Monday 04/02/2019
6:30 Observing session for members
The observing session is on. Observatory

Monday 28/01/2019
6-30 pm Observing session
CANCELLED due to poor forecast
If the weather is fine, Howard will open the observatory for an observing session. Watch this space for updates. Observatory

Thursday 24/01/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Martin Griffiths of Dark Sky Wales will give a talk on "Messier and the Messier Objects" Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Sunday 13/01/2019
2pm Space travel talk
Andrew Lound will give a dramatic lecture entitled "Apollo: A Moon Odyssey" National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Saturday 12/01/2019
2pm-9pm Amazing Astronomy Saturday
Embrace the time of year when our skies are at their darkest, with a full programme to inspire, inform and celebrate all things astronomical.
Featuring:
Hands on advice from Swansea Astronomical Society and other South Wales Astronomical Societies Telescope Clinic
3D space films
Cosmic Crafts
Meteorite display.
Replicas of Galileoâ€™s and Newtonâ€™s telescopes
A whistle stop Steller Star Dome tour
This yearâ€™s event will continue into the evening with the chance to stargaze in our courtyard garden (clouds permitting).
Cost Free
Suitability All National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 10/01/2019
7pm Society Lecture
Howard Davies (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk entitled 'Globular star clusters'. Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 13/12/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Nick Hart of Cardiff and Barry Astronomical Societies will give a talk entitled 'Broadband, Narrowband' Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Thursday 22/11/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Maggie Collins of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk on 'The Life and work of Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin' Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Saturday 17/11/2018
6pm - 9pm Stargazing Evening
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is hosting a Star Party, in partnership with Swansea Astronomical Society and AstroCymru, with astronomy activities from 6.00pm to 9.00pm on Saturday, November 17th
Stargazing through telescopes (weather permitting) plus talks and telescope advice clinics in the Great Glasshouse; with food and drink available from the Med Cafe.
If you have a telescope and need help using it please bring it along.
Thereâ€™ll also be a 3D Cinema and astronomy artefacts, where visitors can handle objects dating from the birth of our solar system.
Entry via the main gate. The Star Party costs Â£3 per child. Accompanying adults are free but donations are welcomed. A family ticket is Â£6 (2 adults and up to 4 children). â€˜Unaccompaniedâ€™ adults cost Â£3. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 08/11/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead (University of Wales, Trinity St David) will give a talk on the practicalities of terraforming Venus Technium 2 (Ground Floor), SA1 (opposite Sainsbury's - SA1 8PH)

Sunday 28/10/2018
7pm Stargazing Evening
Suitability Adults
A stellar evening for all beginners and enthusiasts, including telescope tips and 3D film presentations.
Meet with South Wales Astronomical Societies who will provide telescope tips and knowledge and enjoy 3D film presentations with Astrocymru. Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 25/10/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Simon Helan (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a lecture entitled
â€œPluto, the Kuiper Belt and New Horizonsâ€ Trallwn Community Centre, Bethel Road, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 9QP

Thursday 11/10/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Ian Miller will give a lecture on the Furzehill Observatory Trallwn Community Centre, Bethel Road, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 9QP

Saturday 04/08/2018
11am to 4pm Solar Day
The Swansea Astronomical Society will be at the Garden to safely observe the Sun and talk to members of the public. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Tuesday 19/06/2018
10 am to 8pm Space Science & Technology Day
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is hosting a Space Science & Technology day for KS2 & KS3 students who are MAT or interested in space and science and technology, and the Swansea Astronomical Society will, weather permitting, be Solar observing. The National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 24/05/2018
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Andrew Lound. (Odyssey Dramatic Presentations) will give a talk on "Venus, Paradise Lost." Seminar Room 3 Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 10/05/2018
7pm Annual General Meeting
Society AGM Lecture Room A Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 26/04/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Roger Pickard (British Astronomical Asociation) will give a talk entitled 'Variable Stars'. Room West Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 12/04/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Dave Powell (Barry Astronomical Society) will give a talk entitled 'Meteorite falls in Wales' Seminar Room 3 Fulton House, University of Swansea

Friday 23/03/2018
6-30pm Star Party
Due to an unfavourable weather forecast, this event is CANCELLED!
Swansea Astronomical Society will give a star party with telescopes viewing the night sky, a talk on telescopes and an exhibition Swansea Airport

Thursday 22/03/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Prof Chris Allton (Swansea University) will give a talk on "Neutron Stars and other Extreme Matter". Lecture Room A Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 08/03/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Frazer Lewis (Faulkes Telescope) will give a talk entitled 'What has Astronomy done for us?' Room West Fulton House, University of Swansea

Saturday 24/02/2018
6-30pm to 9pm Star Party
Stargazing through telescopes plus talks and telescope advice clinics in the Great Glasshouse; with food and drink available from the Med Cafe.
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is hosting a Star Party, in partnership with Swansea Astronomical Society and AstroCymru, with astronomy activities from 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
3D Cinema & astronomy artefacts, handle objects dating from the birth of our solar system. The Star Party costs Â£3 per child. Accompanying adults are free but donations are welcomed. A family ticket is Â£6 (2 adults and up to 4 children).
For guides/scouts/brownies/cubs etc. groups, the cost for the Star Party is Â£3 per child, with accompanying adults free.
Castor & Pollux, Sirius, Capella, Procyon should all be visible We will also use Orion to star hop so we can find the Pleiades and there should be good views of the Moon, weather permitting.
While the stargazing is weather dependent we will be able to run activities inside the Great Glass House if the weather is poor.
A talk on binoculars will also be given.
Unaccompaniedâ€™ adults cost Â£3. If you have a telescope which you need help with please bring it along. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 22/02/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Bob Owens (National Museum of Wales) will give a talk entitle 'The Geology of Mars' Room West Fulton House, University of Swansea

Sunday 18/02/2018
7pm Observing session
Observing is cancelled due to unfavourable weather forecast. Fairwood Observatory

Saturday 17/02/2018
7pm Observing session
Observing is cancelled due to unfavourable weather forecast. Fairwood Observatory

Thursday 08/02/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Steve Wainwright FRAS (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk on 'The Science of Solar Observing' Lecture Room A Fulton House, University of Swansea

Saturday 27/01/2018
2pm Public Astronomy Lecture
Andrew Lound will give a talk entitled "GUARDIANS OF THE RINGS - SATURN'S MOONS" Everyone is welcome. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 26/01/2018
6-30pm Star Party
Swansea Astronomical Society in association with Barry and Port Talbot astronomical societies, will give a star party with telescopes viewing the night sky, a talk, children's activities and an exhibition. This will go ahead rain or shine and telescopes will be available for people to see in the main hall if the weather does not allow viewing of the night sky. Talk to society members about what it means to be a member of an astronomical society. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 25/01/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Howard Davies (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk entitled 'Open Star Clusters'. Seminar Room 3, Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 11/01/2018
7pm Society Lecture
Roger Davies (Swansea Astronomical Society) will give a talk on 'Stonehenge'. Seminar Room 3, Fulton House, University of Swansea

Monday 25/12/2017
10pm Observing Session
There will be NO observing session on Christmas Day by special request of Santa. It is suggested that you bring your new telescope to the next Member Observing Session. Fairwood Observatory

Monday 18/12/2017
6:30 Observing Session Cancelled
This session is cancelled due to clouds coming in. The forecast is favourable this evening, so Howard Davies will be opening the observatory at 6:30pm. Wear warm clothing if you attend. Fairwood Airport Observatory

Thursday 14/12/2017
7pm Society lecture
Dr Steve Wainwright FRAS of Swansea Astronomical Society will give a lecture on 'Bridge Camera Astronomy' Lecture Room 2, Fulton House, University of Swansea

Saturday 25/11/2017
6-30pm to 9pm Star Party
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is hosting a Star Party, in partnership with Swansea Astronomical Society and AstroCymru, with afternoon astronomy activities from 2pm until 5:30pm, and the Star Party from 6pm until 10pm.
Afternoon astronomy activities cost Â£3 per child, with a Meteors & Maths (age approx. 8+) workshop running for half an hour starting at 2pm, 3pm ,4pm & 5pm. Rocket making and D2E sessions with AstroCymru will run from 2pm till 5:30pm.
The Star Party at 6pm costs Â£3 per child, if they have paid for the afternoon activities there wonâ€™t be a need to pay again. Accompanying adults are free but donations are welcomed. A family ticket is Â£6 (2 adults and up to 4 children).
For guides/scouts/brownies/cubs etc. groups, the cost for the Star Party is Â£3 per child, with accompanying adults free.
We will be able to explore the Moon, just past its first quarter and, if we are lucky, we might see Uranus & Neptune. We will also use Orion to star hop so we can find the Pleiades.
While the stargazing is weather dependant we will be able to run activities inside the Great Glass House if the weather is poor. Food and drink will be available in the Med CafÃ©. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 23/11/2017
7pm Society lecture
Prof Prem Kumar, Swansea University Physics department will give a lecture entitled ``Emergent gravity , dark energy and dark matterâ€™' Lecture Room 2, Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 09/11/2017
7pm Society lecture
Dr Chris North, Sky at Night astronomer from Cardiff University will give a lecture on 'Telescopes Through the Ages' Lecture Room 2, Fulton House, University of Swansea

Friday 27/10/2017
6-30pm Star Party
Swansea Astronomical Society will give a star party with telescopes viewing the night sky, a talk and an exhibition of telescopes Swansea Airport

Thursday 26/10/2017
7pm Society lecture
Jon Laver FRAS of Bridgend Astronomical Society will give a talk on Meteors Fulton House, University of Swansea

Thursday 12/10/2017
7pm Society lecture
Nick Lewis FRAS of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled 'Following the Saros'. A lecture about eclipses. Fulton House, University of Swansea

Saturday 12/08/2017
9:30pm Perseid meteor watch
The aim of the session is to observe Perseid meteors. However other observing will also take place. Fairwood observatory at Swansea Airport

Thursday 25/05/2017
7pm AGM
Fulton House Room West

Thursday 11/05/2017
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Andrew Lound will give a lecture entitled 'Mercury A Relative Planet' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Friday 28/04/2017
test test
test test

Thursday 27/04/2017
7pm Society Lecture
Brian Spinks of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled 'Binoculars' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Thursday 13/04/2017
7pm Society lecture
Howard Davies, Chairman of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled 'The Science of the Apollo Moon Landings.' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Thursday 23/03/2017
7pm Society lecture
Prof Paul Roche of Cardiff University will give a lecture entitled 'Gaia: surveying the Milky Way' Fulton House Room West

Thursday 09/03/2017
7pm Society lecture
Nick Hart of Cardiff Astronomical Society will give a talk. The title of Nick's talk is "Under City Skies". Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Friday 03/03/2017
7pm to 9pm Star Party
View the Night Sky through telescopes with members of Swansea Astronomical Society. At a Star Party Swansea Astronomical Society Members' Telescopes are made available for visitors to look through. Visitors to the star party can have advice on Telescopes and their questions can be answered. There will also be one ore more members of the Society giving Astronomy Talks. Swansea Airport

Thursday 02/03/2017
7pm STAR PARTY
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER Swansea Airport

Thursday 23/02/2017
7pm Society Lecture
Martin Griffiths of Dark Sky Wales will give a talk. The talk will be on 'Astronomy and Philosophy.' It will be an examination of how astronomy has changed our perception of ourselves and society in history and driven science and its impact with its major discoveries: the big bang, our milky way home and the Heliocentric hypothesis. Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Thursday 09/02/2017
7pm Society lecture
Dr Rhodri Evans of Cardiff University will talk on 'The Event Horizon Telescope - Imaging the Galaxy's Supermassive Black Hole' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Friday 03/02/2017
7pm to 9pm Star Party
View the Night Sky through telescopes with members of Swansea Astronomical Society.
At a Star Party Swansea Astronomical Society Members' Telescopes are made available for visitors to look through. Visitors to the star party can have advice on Telescopes and their questions can be answered. There will also be one ore more members of the Society giving Astronomy Talks. National Botanic Gardens for Wales

Thursday 26/01/2017
7 pm Society lecture
Andrew Sprott of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled 'the Antikythera mechanism.' Fulton House Room West

Saturday 14/01/2017
2 pm. Lecture by Andrew Lound
A talk by Andrew Lound entitled 'Out Of The Darkness'.
This talk is about the history of the observation of Pluto and Kuiper Belt objects to the present day. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 13/01/2017
7pm to 9pm Star Party
View the Night Sky through telescopes with members of Swansea Astronomical Society.
At a Star Party Swansea Astronomical Society Members' Telescopes are made available for visitors to look through. Visitors to the star party can have advice on Telescopes and their questions can be answered. There will also be one ore more members of the Society giving Astronomy Talks. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 12/01/2017
7 pm Society lecture
Jim Collins of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled 'The Big Bang - Fact or Fiction' Fulton House Room West

Sunday 01/01/2017
test test
test test

Thursday 08/12/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Prof Mike Disney of Cardiff University will give a talk on 'Dark Galaxies' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Thursday 24/11/2016
7 pm Society lecture Astronomy Quiz night
Alison and Phillip John will present a light hearted astronomical quiz suitable for all members. Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Saturday 19/11/2016
6pm Star Party
All Day, 'Plants in Space' followed by a Star Party.
Further details to come
View the Night Sky through telescopes with members of Swansea Astronomical Society. At a Star Party Swansea Astronomical Society Members' Telescopes are made available for visitors to look through. Visitors to the star party can have advice on Telescopes and their questions can be answered. There will also be one ore more members of the Society giving Astronomy Talks. National Botanic Gardens for Wales

Thursday 10/11/2016
7pm Society lecture
Prof Mike Disney of Cardiff University will give a talk on 'Dark Galaxies' Fulton House Lecture Room 2

Thursday 27/10/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Prof Mike Edmunds of Cardiff University will give a lecture on "The Great Quasar Debate 1963 - 1986." looking at the story of how quasars were discovered, and more importantly, how astronomers worked out what they were. This is a story in which Prof Edmunds played a part. Fulton House

Thursday 13/10/2016
7pm Society lecture
Dr Rhodri Evans of Cardiff University will give a lecture entitled "Overthrowing Newton - Proving Einstein right" Fulton House

Friday 07/10/2016
7pm to 9pm Star Party
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

View the Night Sky through telescopes with members of Swansea Astronomical Society.
At a Star Party Swansea Astronomical Society Members' Telescopes are made available for visitors to look through. Visitors to the star party can have advice on Telescopes and their questions can be answered. There will also be one ore more members of the Society giving Astronomy Talks. Swansea Airport

Sunday 31/07/2016
11am - 4-30pm Solar Observing Day
Observe the Sun Safely with Swansea Astronomical Society.
Visitors will be able to observe the sun in safety by using Swansea Astronomical Society members' special solar telescopes.
NEVER OBSERVE THE SUN THROUGH A TELESCOPE OR BINOCULARS UNLESS THEY ARE FITTED WITH PROPER SOLAR FILTERS. DO NOT IMPROVISE, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR SIGHT.
One or more members of the society will give talks. National Botanic Gardens for Wales

Thursday 26/05/2016
7 pm AGM
AGM of the Swansea Astronomical Society Fulton House

Thursday 12/05/2016
7 pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Andrew Lound will give the lecture entitled "A Jupiter Odyssey." Fulton House

Thursday 28/04/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Howard Davies will give a short presentation on the Spring and early Summer Night Sky, followed by the main speaker;
Margaret Collins of the Swansea Astronomical Society who will give a lecture on 'Harvard's lady computers - the women who classified the stars' Fulton House

Thursday 14/04/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Dave Powell MBE will give a talk on 'Observing Meteors' Fulton House

Thursday 24/03/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Bob Mizon will give a talk entitled "7 Moons." A look at some odd facts about seven intriguing moons of the solar system. Fulton House

Friday 18/03/2016
7 pm to 9pm Star Party
Come to look through telescopes, hear an astronomical talk and see an astronomical exhibition by the Swansea Astronomical Society. Swansea Airport

Thursday 10/03/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead of Swansea Astronomical Society and Trinity St Davids University will give a lecture entitled "Getting to grips with the Multiverse." Fulton House

Thursday 25/02/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Prof Matt Griffin, Head of the School of Astronomy and Physics, Cardiff University will give a lecture on 'Looking at the atmospheres of extra solar planets.' Fulton House

Saturday 20/02/2016
6 pm to 9pm Star Party
Join members of the Swansea Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing at the National Botanic Garden for Wales. There will be an astronomical exhibition, telescopes and astronomy talks even if the weather is inclement. National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 11/02/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Prof Prem Kumar (Swansea University Physics) will give a lecture on "Black Holes and Quantum Gravity". Fulton House

Thursday 28/01/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Howard Davies will give a short talk on the Winter night sky. Dr Ivonne Zavala Carrasco (Swansea University Physics) will give a lecture on "Cosmology." Fulton House

Saturday 23/01/2016
2pm Dramatic Space lecture
Andrew Lound will give a Dramatic Lecture entitled Britannia Sky, sponsored by the Planetary Society.
Contrary to popular belief, Britain has played a vital role in spaceflight history. Scientists, engineers, industry, academia and learned societies have all led the way in their respective fields. The withered hand of successive governments has hampered an independent or more dynamic British space programme. In this remarkable presentation, the history of Britain in space is examined in context, with due credit being paid to those who have tried to push Britain skyward. Accompanied by historic images, movie clips and music, this will be a presentation to make one proud to be British and to wonder what it might actually be like when we sit under a Britannia sky.
If the weather is fine, members of the Swansea Astronomical Society will be demonstrating solar telescopes and an an astronomical exhibition will be given. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 22/01/2016
7 pm to 9pm Astronomical stargazing Evening
Join members of the Swansea Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing at the Waterfront Museum. There will be an astronomical exhibition, telescopes and astronomy talks even if the weather is inclement. National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 14/01/2016
7 pm Society lecture
Brian Stokes will give a lecture entitled "Our Nearest Neighbour." Fulton House

Thursday 10/12/2015
7pm Society Lecture
Phillip John will give a short, topical astronomy quiz. Dr Steve Wainwright (SAS) will give a talk on 'Cosmic Distances' Fulton House

Saturday 05/12/2015
2pm Christmas Lecture
Andrew Lound will give a dramatic lecture on "The Grand Tour of the Solar system". Waterfront Museum Swansea

Thursday 26/11/2015
7 pm Society lecture
Brian Stokes (SAS) will give a talk entitled 'This Wonderful World and Universe'. Fulton House

Friday 20/11/2015
6 pm to 9pm Star Party
Come and view the night sky through telescopes with the Swansea Astronomical Society. There will also be an astronomical talk and a small astronomical exhibition National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 12/11/2015
7pm Society Lecture: Solar Terrestrial Interactions
Jon Laver FRAS of Bridgend Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled "Solar-terrestrial Interactions".
Before Jon's talk, Howard Davies will give a short talk on the Autumn Constellations. Fulton House

Friday 30/10/2015
7 pm to 9pm Star Party, Dark Sky Astronomy Evening
Join Swansea, Cardiff and Port Talbot Astronomical Societies at Glyncorrwg Ponds Dark Sky Discovery Site for an evening of deep sky stargazing. The cafe will be open at the start of the evening for refreshments. There will be an astronomical exhibition, an astronomy talk and, if the weather permits,observation of star clusters, galaxies and nebulae through astronomical telescopes. Find Glyncorrwg Ponds Visitor Centre on Google Maps. About 20 miles, easy drive from Swansea. Glyncorrwg Ponds Dark Sky Discovery Site Visitor Centre

Friday 23/10/2015
7 pm to 9pm Star Party
Come to look through telescopes, hear an astronomical talk and see an astronomical exhibition by the Swansea Astronomical Society. Swansea Airport

Thursday 22/10/2015
7pm Society Lecture: Black Holes, White Holes and Wormholes
Dr Nik Whitehead of the Swansea Astronomical Society and The University of Wales Trinity Saint David, will give a lecture entitled "Black Holes, White Holes and Worm Holes" Fulton House

Thursday 08/10/2015
7 pm Society lecture
Alison and Phillip John will present a light hearted astronomical quiz night suitable for all members
Also a short talk on "The Summer of the SAS" by Dr. Steve Wainwright. Fulton House

Thursday 28/05/2015
7pm AGM
Annual General Meeting Fulton House

Thursday 14/05/2015
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture - Andy Lound, "Lord of the Rings"
Andrew Lound will give the lecture entitled "Saturn-Lord of the Rings" Fulton House

Thursday 23/04/2015
7pm Society lecture: Tower of Babel
Prof Hugh Jones (SAS) will give a short talk entitled "The thermonuclear Tower of Babel", an update on fusion. This will be followed by a short astronomical quiz. Fulton House

Thursday 09/04/2015
7pm Society lecture - Variable Stars/Mary Bruck
Two short talks by Howard Davies and Dr. Steve Wainwright of the Swansea Astronomical Society. The talks will be on: "The variable star AE Aquarius" (HD) and "Mary Bruck, an illustrious pioneer" (SJW). Fulton House

Friday 27/03/2015
6-30 to 9pm Star Party
Members of the Swansea Astronomical Society will put on an exhibition and show visitors the night sky through a variety of telescopes. An astronomical talk will be given. Swansea Airport

Thursday 26/03/2015
7pm Society Lecture: Copernicus
Paul Bessette will give a talk entitled "Another look at Copernicus" Fulton House

Friday 20/03/2015
7pm-9pm Solar Eclipse day and Evening Star Party
Stargazing Evening Fri 20 March, 7pm

Join the Swansea Astronomical Society and friends for a special springtime evening to celebrate the stargazing live season.
The team will guide you through how to use a telescope. No experience is necessary.
There will also be plenty of in-house activity including fun kids crafts and special 3D film screenings to launch you to the stars and back.
In partnership with the Swansea Astronomical Society
Free, Part of British Science Week National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 12/03/2015
7pm Society lecture: Data Mining for Astronomy/Future Astronomers
Two short talks by Dr Nik Whitehead and Brian Stokes of the Swansea Astronomical Society. The topics will be: "Data mining in astronomical data sets" (NW) and "Tutoring our future astronomers" (BS) Fulton House

Friday 27/02/2015
6-30 to 9pm Star Party
Members of the Swansea Astronomical Society will show visitors the night sky through their telescopes. An astronomical talk and an exhibition will also be given. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Thursday 26/02/2015
7pm Society Lecture: Solar Eclipses
Margaret Collins (SAS) will give a lecture entitled "Solar Eclipses past, present and future". Fulton House

Thursday 12/02/2015
7pm Society lecture: Astroimaging with Nick Hart
Nick Hart will give two short talks on "The dark skies of the Wild West" and, "CCD imaging under light polluted skies". Fulton House

Thursday 22/01/2015
7pm Society Lecture: Joseph Harris of Brecon 18th Century Astronomer
Martin Griffiths of the University of South Wales will give a lecture on "Joseph Harris of Breconshire, Astronomer and Assay Master of the Mint in the 18th century". Fulton House

Thursday 08/01/2015
7pm Society lecture - Sunspots and Weather
Brian Spinks (SAS) will give a lecture entitled "Sunspots and Weather" Fulton House

Saturday 13/12/2014
2pm Christmas Lecture - Tunguska Event
Andrew Lound will give the traditional SAS Christmas Lecture:
In 1908 a fireball raced through the deep blue skies of northern Russia, ending with a massive explosion. Witnessed by numerous people, this event became known as one of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century. The name "Tunguska" has conjured up thoughts of alien spacecraft, black holes, antimatter and fear, when 2150 square kilometres of Siberian forest were laid waste in a blinding instant by an explosion 1000 times as powerful as the Hiroshima bomb. In this dramatic telling of the Tunguska story brought up to date with the latest research, the whole incident is investigated with rare images, video and a dramatic, entertaining performance. Will you ever feel safe again? National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 11/12/2014
7pm Society Lecture - Star of Bethlehem
Dr S.J. Wainwright will give a lecture on "The Astronomy of the Star of Bethlehem". Fulton House

Friday 28/11/2014
6-30 to 9pm Star Party
Members of the Swansea Astronomical society will show visitors the night sky through their telescopes. An astronomical talk and an exhibition will also be given. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Thursday 27/11/2014
7pm Astronomy Quiz night
Alison and Phil John will present an Astronomical Quiz. Fulton House

Thursday 13/11/2014
7pm Society lecture
Jon Laver from Bridgend Astronomical Society will give a talk entitled "Not much Middle at all!", about the death and birth of stars. Fulton House

Friday 31/10/2014
6-30 to 9pm Star Party
Members of the Swansea Astronomical Society will put on an exhibition and show visitors the night sky through a variety of telescopes. An astronomical talk will be given and refreshments will be available in the airport cafe. Swansea Airport

Thursday 23/10/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead of Swansea Metropolitan University will give a lecture on "Dark Matter". Fulton House

Friday 10/10/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Rhodri Evans of Cardiff University will give a lecture entitled "Discovering the Cosmic Microwave Background - missed opportunities and mistakes". Fulton House

Saturday 24/05/2014
11am to 4pm Solar Day
Observe the Sun safely with a variety of equipment and in various wavelengths of light.

12pm Brian Stokes will give a talk on "The Birth, Life and Death of the Sun".

2pm Mark Kerr will give a talk on "Astronavigation".

Both talks will be in the Theatr Botanica National Botanic Garden of Wales

Friday 23/05/2014
7pm AGM
Annual General Meeting of the Swansea Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 09/05/2014
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Andrew Lound will give a lecture entitled "Calling the Cosmos" Fulton House

Friday 25/04/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Nik Whitehead, Swansea Metropolitan University will give a lecture entitled:
'Timekeeping on Mars - the development of an astronomically based calendar for a future Mars colony' Fulton House

Friday 11/04/2014
7pm Society lecture
Prof Mike Edmunds, Cardiff University will give a lecture entitled 'Constructing the Mechanical Universe' Fulton House

Friday 28/03/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Prof Paul Roche, University of South Wales, will give a lecture entitled "Massive Collisions in the Solar System" Fulton House

Saturday 22/03/2014
7pm - 9pm Star Party
See the night Sky through telescopes. Listen to astronomical talks and take refreshments in the Activity Centre cafe. Garnswllt Activity Centre, Heol Y Mynydd, Garnswllt, Ammanford, Swansea, SA18 2SE

Friday 14/03/2014
7pm Society lecture
Peter Wise will give a lecture on 'A brief history of the Telescope, from the Bronze Age to the Space Age' Fulton House

Saturday 08/03/2014
6-30pm to 9-0pm Star Party
See the night Sky through telescopes. Listen to an astronomical talk and take refreshments in the Airport Cafe. Swansea Airport

Friday 28/02/2014
7pm Society lecture
Alison and Phillip John (SAS) will give a talk entitled 'The importance of astronomy to the ancient Egyptians' Fulton House

Friday 14/02/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Margaret Collins of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a lecture entitled 'Citizen Science: a Zoo of Galaxies and other Beasts' Fulton House

Saturday 08/02/2014
6-30pm to 9-0pm Star Party
See the night Sky through telescopes. Listen to an astronomical talk and take refreshments. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Friday 24/01/2014
test test
Observe the Sun safely with a variety of equipment and in various wavelengths of light. 12pm Brian Stokes will give a talk on The Birth, Life and Death of the Sun 2pm Mark Kerr will give a talk on Astronavigation Both talks will be in the Theatr Botanica test

Friday 24/01/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Steve Wainwright, SAS will give a lecture entitled 'A basic introduction to Astrophotography' Fulton House

Saturday 18/01/2014
7pm Star Party
The Swansea Astronomical Society will be holding a Star Party in partnership with the Waterfront Museum. Look at the night sky through telescopes. There will be a lecture and also refreshments. Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 10/01/2014
7pm Society Lecture
Martin Griffiths, University of South Wales will give a talk entitled 'Star Clusters' Fulton House

Friday 13/12/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Nick Hart of Cardiff Astronomical Society will give a lecture entitled 'Astrophotography: Staying put and On the move' Fulton House

Sunday 08/12/2013
2pm Christmas Lecture
Andrew Lound will again give the Swansea Astronomical Society Christmas Lecture entitled 'Comets, Signposts in History'. This lecture is particularly timely this year in view of the appearance of Comets Lovejoy and Ison in the November and possibly December night skies. Swansea Waterfront Museum

Friday 29/11/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Clare Dobbs of Exeter University will give a lecture entitled 'The Evolution of Giant Molecular Clouds' Fulton House

Friday 15/11/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Dr. John Birks of the Swansea Astronomical Society will give a lecture entitled " John Flamsteed - the First Astronomer Royal, 1646-1719" Fulton House

Saturday 09/11/2013
6-30pm to 9-0pm Star Party
See the night Sky through telescopes. Listen to an astronomical talk and take refreshments. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Friday 25/10/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Rhodri Evans of Cardiff University will give a lecture entitled 'The Mount Wilson Observatory' Fulton House

Saturday 12/10/2013
6-30pm to 9-0pm Star Party
The Swansea Astronomical Society will be holding a Star Party. Look at the night sky through telescopes. There will be a lecture and also refreshments. Lliw Valley Reservoir

Friday 11/10/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Dr Steve Wainwright will give a lecture entitled 'A year of the Swansea Astronomical Society' Fulton House

Saturday 14/09/2013
6-30pm to 9-0pm Star Party
See the night Sky through telescopes. Listen to an astronomical talk and take refreshments in the newly refurbished Airport Cafe. Swansea Airport

Sunday 26/05/2013
All day Solar Day
As part of the Hobbies weekend, the Swansea Astronomical Society will be presenting a day of safe solar observation using a variety of safe solar telescopes. There will also be a lecture and exhibition. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Friday 24/05/2013
7pm AGM
Annual General Meeting Fulton House

Friday 10/05/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'John Goodricke, The Astronomer who could neither hear nor speak â€“ My Hero'

Dave Powell MBE Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 26/04/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Jim's search for the Truth'

Jim Collins Swansea Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 12/04/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Wherefore Art Thou?'

Brian Stokes Swansea Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 29/03/2013
7pm Society Lecture
Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture

'To See The Beginning of Time'

Andrew Lound Odyssey Dramatic Lectures Fulton House

Saturday 23/03/2013
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks will be given Swansea Airport

Friday 15/03/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Studying the Dark Universe with X-ray vision'

Dr Ben Maughan, Bristol University Fulton House

Friday 01/03/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Astronomy, The Ultimate Question'

Roger Butler, Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Saturday 23/02/2013
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks given and refreshment Cafeteria available. National Botanic Garden for Wales

Friday 15/02/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Invisibility'

Prof Hugh Jones, SAS Fulton House

Saturday 09/02/2013
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
See the night sky through telescopes with the Swansea Astronomical Society. Hear an astronomical talk and see different sorts of telescopes demonstrated and explained. Oystermouth Castle, Mumbles

Friday 25/01/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'Caroline Herschel : first lady of astronomy'

Margaret Collins, SAS Fulton House

Saturday 19/01/2013
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Cafeteria refreshments available.
Cancelled due to snow Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Sunday 13/01/2013
10am to 5pm Astronomy Exhibition
Swansea Astronomical Society will be exhibiting at the National Museum of Wales. See our large, scale-model of the Solar System and exhibits of our work. Obtain advice on telescopes and take refreshment in the cafeteria. National Museum of Wales, Cardiff

Friday 11/01/2013
7pm Society Lecture
'The Higgs Boson'

Prof. Simon Hands, Swansea University Fulton House

Saturday 05/01/2013
6:30 to 9:30 pm Star Party
Star Party â€“ Llanmadoc, North Gower In partnership with the St Madocâ€™s Centre, come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes at this lovely location in the northwest corner of Gower. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks given. Event will go ahead whatever the weather as you will be able to enjoy a wonderfully informative presentation and have a chance to have a look at and ask about the special telescopes used for star gazing. Why not make an evening of it and book yourself a supper of specially prepared local cawl served with bread and cheese. Please book directly with St Madocâ€™s on: 01792 386291. Light refreshments will also be available. This event is funded by Rural Development Plan, City and County of Swansea, and Countryside Council for Wales; and kindly supported by St. Madocâ€™s Centre. St Madocâ€™s Centre, Llanmadoc, Gowe

Sunday 16/12/2012
10am to 5pm SAS meets and greets the public
Members of the Swansea Astronomical Society will meet with members of the public to give advice on telescopes and talk about the SAS and astronomy in Swansea Waterstones, Oxford Street, Swansea

Sunday 09/12/2012
2pm Christmas Lecture, Saturday
â€œSetting sail for the starsâ€

Andrew Lound Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Saturday 08/12/2012
6:30 to 9:30 pm Star Party
In partnership with Rhossili Village Hall, come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks given. Event will go ahead whatever the weather as you will be able to enjoy a wonderfully informative presentation and have a chance to have a look at and ask about the special telescopes used for star gazing. Light refreshments will be available for purchase on the night. This event is funded by the Rural Development Plan, City and County of Swansea, and Countryside Council for Wales; and kindly supported by Rhossili Village Hall. Rhossili Village Hall, Middleton, Rhossili, Gower

Friday 07/12/2012
7pm Society Lecture
â€œAstronomy without a Telescope may surprise You'

Martin Chick, Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Tuesday 04/12/2012
8pm-9pm Star Gazing Live Radio Show
Brian Stokes and Brian Spinks will discuss forthcoming astronomical events in the Night Sky and the Swansea area. Go to http://www.radiomumbles.com/ and listen to this internet radio station on your computer, smartphone or tablet computer. Mumbles Radio

Tuesday 27/11/2012
8pm Star Gazing Live Radio Show
New Internet Radio show with Swansea Astronomical Society
Radio Mumbles

Saturday 24/11/2012
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks given and refreshment Cafeteria available National Botanic Garden for Wales

Friday 23/11/2012
7pm Society Lecture
"What is Dark Energy?"

Martin Griffiths, Glamorgan University Fulton House

Friday 09/11/2012
7pm Society Lecture
"Hale, The most important astronomer of the 20th Century?"

Dr Rhodri Evans, Cardiff University Fulton House

Saturday 27/10/2012
6-30pm to 9-30pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks will be given. Swansea Airport

Friday 26/10/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'Ten Targets for Light-Polluted Astronomers'

Bob Mizon MBE FRAS Fulton House

Saturday 13/10/2012
6:30 to 9:30 pm Star Party
Come and join Swansea Astronomical Society Observers viewing the wonders of the night sky through their telescopes. Information on telescopes/purchase also provided. Astronomical talks given. Event will go ahead whatever the weather as you will be able to enjoy a wonderfully informative presentation and have a chance to have a look at and ask about the special telescopes used for star gazing. Why not make an evening of it and book yourself a supper of specially prepared local cawl served with bread and cheese. Please book directly with the cafÃ© on: 01792 346494. The cafÃ© will also be serving drinks and snacks. This event is funded by the Rural Development Plan, City and County of Swansea, and Countryside Council for Wales; and kindly supported by Mawr Development Trust and Dwr Cymru / Welsh Water. Lower Lliw Reservoir CafÃ©, Felindre, North Swansea

Friday 12/10/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'A year of the Swansea Astronomical Society'

Steve Wainwright, SAS Fulton House

Monday 20/08/2012
12 - 3pm Safe Summer Solargazing
Join Swansea Astronomical Society for SAFE SUMMER SOLAR GAZING through proper solar observing equipment. Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Sunday 19/08/2012
12 - 3pm Safe Summer Solar Gazing
Join Swansea Astronomical Society for SAFE SUMMER SOLAR GAZING, 18th.August between 12 and 3pm. There will also be a planetarium there from the 18th. through to the 24th. Aug. Also Brian Stokes, Swansea Astronomical Society Chairman will give a talk on Aug 18th entitled 'Why the Sun is a poor timekeeper'. Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Monday 06/08/2012
11am - 5pm Solar Observing Day
Swansea Astronomical Society will be at the Garden with their telescopes so that you can safely view the Sun. Come along and listen to the talks, demonstrations, and videos in the Theatre and Marquee. The Sun - Why is it hot? Why has it got Sun Spots? How will it end? National Botanical Garden of Wales

Friday 25/05/2012
7pm AGM
Annual General Meeting of the Swansea Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 11/05/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'Spaced out under city skies'

Nick Hart Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Friday 27/04/2012
7pm EGM
Extraordinary general meeting to discuss the observatory.
(Members only) Fulton House

Friday 13/04/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'Amateur Radio Astronomy'

Bob Greef Fulton House

Friday 23/03/2012
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
'Herschel's Lunatick Friendsâ€ Herschel's Links with the Lunar Society

Andy Lound Fulton House

Saturday 17/03/2012
6.30pm - 9.30pm Swansea Airport Open Evening (Star Party)
Open Evening with Telescopes We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. Swansea Airport

Friday 09/03/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'Of Broom stars, Small Moons and rings'

Paul Money (Astrospace) Fulton House

Friday 24/02/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'History of the Swansea Astronomical Society'.

Dave Tovey SAS Fulton House

Saturday 18/02/2012
6.30pm - 9.30pm National Botanical Garden Open Evening (Star Party)
Open Evening with Telescopes. We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. National Botanical Garden of Wales

Friday 10/02/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'Asteroids'

Dr Bob Owens of the National Museum for Wales Fulton House

Sunday 05/02/2012
11am Time Tides and Telescopes talk
Join Brian Spinks (Swansea Astronomical Society) as he talks about what causes tides and determines their times. To predict tide times, astronomers address three problems: * the establishment of accurate time keeping * the understanding of the moon's orbit * the effect of gravity on tides Solving these problems led to the accurate prediction of tide heights and times which are of vital importance to sailors, coast dwellers and millions of others around the globe. Swansea Waterfront Museum

Saturday 28/01/2012
6.30pm - 9.30pm Open Evening with Telescopes (Star Party)
Open Evening with Telescopes We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. Craig-y-Nos Country Park

Friday 27/01/2012
7pm Society Lecture
'20 years - a long time in cosmology and particle physics'

Dr Warren Perkins, Swansea University Fulton House

Saturday 21/01/2012
6.30pm - 9.30pm Waterfront Museum Open Evening (Star Party)
Join the Swansea Astronomical Society for a special winter stargazing evening when the skies are at their darkest. The team will guide you through how to use a telescope and end with a short talk. No experience is necessary and refreshments are available. Swansea Waterfront Museum

Friday 13/01/2012
7pm Society Lecture
"Graphene - Relativity in a Pencil Stroke"

Prof Simon Hands, Swansea University Fulton House

Saturday 17/12/2011
6.30pm - 9.30pm Bridgend Open Evening (Star Party)
CANCELLED Open Evening with Telescopes. We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. Bridgend Parc Slip Nature Reserve

Sunday 11/12/2011
11 am Christmas Lecture
â€œA Starry Night to Rememberâ€ The Astronomy of the sinking of the Titanic.

Andy Lound The Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 09/12/2011
7pm Society Lecture
â€œThe Antikythera Mechanismâ€ An ancient Greek Computer.

Prof.Mike Edmunds: Cardiff University The Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Friday 25/11/2011
7pm Society Lecture
'Astronomical Art'

Chris Williams, Welsh artist Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 19/11/2011
6.30pm - 9.30pm National Botanical Garden Open Evening (Star Party)
Open Evening with Telescopes. We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. National Botanical Garden of Wales

Friday 11/11/2011
7pm Society Lecture
'The Yerkes Observatory'

Dr Rhodri Evans: Cardiff University Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 28/10/2011
7pm Society Lecture
'How to discover your own Planetary Nebula'

Dr Rhys Morris: Bristol University Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 22/10/2011
7pm - 9pm Swansea Airport Open Evening (Star Party)
Open Evening with Telescopes We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions: Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. If fine, we will be outside observing the night sky. Swansea Airport

Friday 14/10/2011
7pm Society Meeting
"A Year of Observing"

Dr. Steve Wainwright SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Monday 15/08/2011
Sun Day - All about the Sun
Swansea Astronomical Society will be at the Garden with their Solar Telescopes. Presentations in the Theatre and if the weather is fine, see sun-spots, solar prominences. Learn all about our nearest Star! National Botanical Garden of Wales

Friday 27/05/2011
7pm AGM
Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 13/05/2011
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
'Uranus, Herschel's planet: the history and discovery of Uranus' Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 29/04/2011
7pm Everyman's Astrophotography
Steve Wainwright, SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 15/04/2011
7pm Neutron stars, micro-quasars and jets
Frazer Lewis, Cardiff University research student Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 08/04/2011
7pm Extraordinary General Meeting
Extraordinary General Meeting - Members only. Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 25/03/2011
7pm ~~A different view of galaxies: Latest Results from the Hershel-ATLAS survey~~
~~Dr Haley Gomez Cardiff University~~

CHANGE: Dr Dipak Munshi will give a talk entitled 'Cosmology at a Crossroad' Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 12/03/2011
6.30pm to 9pm Open Evening with Telescopes
We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions, Re:- Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. Swansea Airport

Friday 11/03/2011
7pm Shuttle â€“ Requiem for the Dream
Nick Lewis, SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 25/02/2011
7pm Binocular Astronomy
Dave Powell CAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 12/02/2011
6.30pm to 9pm Open Evening with Telescopes
We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions, Re:- Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. Entry is Â£3 with under-16s free. For more details, see here: http://www.gardenofwales.org.uk/news/keep-watching-the-skies/ National Botanic Gardens, Llanarthne

Friday 11/02/2011
7pm The Griffon Educational Observatory
Martin Griffiths, University of Glamorgan Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 29/01/2011
6.30pm-9pm Open Evening with Telescopes
Bridgend/Port Talbot/Swansea Joint Star Party

Directions:
We have received the following directions:

"Parc Slip Nature Reserve, Aberkenfig which is not far from Junction 36 of the M4 motorway: At the end of the sliproad turn left towards Aberkenfig. Go straight though the next roundabout (signposted Aberkenfig/Pyle) and you will find yourself out in the countryside. After a mile or so you will see the Fountain Inn Restaurant on the left and, exactly opposite, a railway crossing which you must drive over (ie you turn right opposite the Fountain Inn). By this time you will have noticed brown signs with a picture of a duck. They are directions to the Nature reserve. After half a mile or so, up the narrow road, you will see the Nature reserve on the left hand side. There is ample car parking space. The post code is CF320EH but if you set it too early it will probably send you up the backroads from Pyle which are a real labyrinth in that area. At least that's what mine does! Stay on the M4 and it's very easy. That postcode covers a large area so don't expect the SatNav to pinpoint the actual building. The brown duck signs are better!" Parc Slip Nature Reserve

Friday 28/01/2011
7pm Some aspects of Particle Physics
Carlos Nunez, Swansea University Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 15/01/2011
6.30pm to 9.30pm - drop in Open Evening with Telescopes
We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions, Re:- Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome, young and old! In association with BBC Stargazing Live.

(Note: a cafe is available at Swansea Airport to purchase hot drinks and various food items) Swansea Airport

Friday 14/01/2011
7pm Just a handful of stars
Nick Hart CAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 18/12/2010
CANCELLED Bridgend/Port Talbot/Swansea Joint Star Party
Parc Slip Nature Reserve

Monday 13/12/2010
2.30pm Christmas Lecture
Sir Isaac Remembers â€¦. (a one man play) Prof Mike Edmunds Cardiff University Swansea Waterfront Museum

Monday 13/12/2010
2.30pm Christmas Lecture
Sir Isaac Remembers â€¦. (a one man play) Prof Mike Edmunds Cardiff University Swansea Waterfront Museum

Friday 10/12/2010
7pm What Earth Type are you?
Brian Stokes, SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 26/11/2010
7pm The Herschel Space Telescope
Prof Derek Ward-Thompson Cardiff University Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 20/11/2010
6.30pm to 9pm Open Evening with Telescopes
We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions, Re:- Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. National Botanic Garden, Llanarthne

Friday 12/11/2010
7pm SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory For Infra-Red Astronomy)
Dr. Rhodri Evans Cardiff University Fulton House, Swansea University

Friday 29/10/2010
7pm The Messier Marathon
Graham Carter CAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Saturday 16/10/2010
7pm to 9.30pm Open Evening with Telescopes
We still run the show if it rains, with indoor attractions, Re:- Telescopes, Laptops, Presentations, Displays etc. All welcome. Swansea Airport

Friday 15/10/2010
7pm Society Meeting
Open meeting and update on Fairwood and FOG (Fairwood Observing Group) with Steve Wainwright and Derek Francis SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Sunday 26/09/2010
8pm Star Gazing Live Radio Show
New Internet radio show with Swansea Astronomical Society.
Radio Mumbles

Thursday 17/06/2010
7pm Members Buffet Supper
End of year social event! Derek is taking names and collecting Â£5 per person with the rest of the costs met from the Social fund. Members will also be able to sign up at the AGM next week (23rd May) Gower Golf Club

Thursday 27/05/2010
7pm AGM
With members' talks Swansea University, Fulton House, Lecture Room 2

Thursday 13/05/2010
7pm Gerry Lacey Memorial Lecture
Neptune, a calculated guess
by Mr Andy Lound Swansea University, Fulton House

Saturday 24/04/2010
11am Historial Association: â€œMapping Renaissance Astronomy: People, Places and Problemsâ€
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Thursday 22/04/2010
7pm What's going on at CERN - update
Prof Simon Hands Swansea University, Fulton House

Thursday 08/04/2010
7pm Meteors (Astronomy or Geology)
Jon Laver BAS Swansea University, Fulton House

Friday 26/03/2010
6pm-9pm Public Open Evening
Cancelled due to bad weather National Botanical Gardens of Wales

Friday 26/03/2010
6pm-9pm Open Evening
Cancelled due to bad weather National Botanical Gardens of Wales

Thursday 25/03/2010
7pm The History of the Universe, Seeing into the Past
Matt Griffin, Cardiff Astronomical Society Swansea University, Fulton House

Thursday 11/03/2010
7pm In Search of the Northern Lights
Dave Tovey Swansea University, Fulton House

Thursday 25/02/2010
7pm Camera or Eyepiece? ; Observing or Imaging?
Steve Wainwright Swansea University, Fulton House

Thursday 11/02/2010
7pm Cassini-Huygens - the men and the mission
Dr. John L Birks SAS Swansea University, Fulton House

Sunday 31/01/2010
11am - 2pm Open House 11am to 2pm
Members Open House, for members to take any remaining equipment they wish. Marina Towers

Friday 22/01/2010
6pm - 9pm Star Party
Star Party at the National Botanical Gardens of Wales. Exhibition/talk and telescopes outside to view stars (weather permitting) Free entry to the gardens tonight (and all of January)

Botanical Gardens weblink National Botanical Garden of Wales, Llanarthne

Wednesday 11/11/2009
SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory For Infra-Red Astronomy)
Dr. Rhodri Evans Cardiff University Fulton House, Swansea University

Wednesday 04/11/2009
7pm - 9pm for 6 weeks Basic Practical Astronomy Course
A Practical Introduction to Astronomy, observing and use of telescopes. Telephone 01792 295786 (DACE) to book this course. Every Wednesday for six weeks. Cost: Â£22.50 (Â£15 concessions) Keir Hardie Building Room 021, Swansea University

Friday 30/10/2009
5.30pm - 9pm Star Party
Come along and view the stars through our telescope (weather permitting) Wear something warm! Final Star Party at the Marina Towers, we will stay open until 11pm if required. All welcome :) Marina Towers Observatory

Wednesday 28/10/2009
7pm Telescopes and Exhibition
Come along and view the stars through our portable telescopes (weather permitting) Please wear something warm! Aberdare Country Park

Monday 11/05/2009
7pm Society Lecture
Title to be arranged

Nick Hart Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Wednesday 29/04/2009
7pm The Sun, the capricious star upon which we depend
Steve Wainwright, SAS Fulton House, Swansea University

Wednesday 15/04/2009
7pm Neutron stars, micro-quasars and jets
Frazer Lewis, Cardiff University research student Fulton House, Swansea University

Thursday 01/01/1970
7pm Society Lecture
'Wherefore Art Thou?'

Brian Stokes, SAS Fulton House

Thursday 01/01/1970
7pm Society Lecture
'John Goodricke, The astronomer who could neither hear nor speak â€“ My Hero'

Dave Powell MBE, Cardiff Astronomical Society Fulton House

Thursday 01/01/1970
7pm Society Lecture
'Jim's search for the truth'

Jim Collins, SAS Fulton House

Thursday 01/01/1970
6 pm to 9pm Star Party
Come and view the night sky through telescopes with the Swansea Astronomical Society. There will also be an astronomical talk and a small astronomical exhibition National Botanic Garden of Wales

Thursday 01/01/1970
20:30 until late Observing and imaging runs of Saturn, Jupiter and dark sky objects
The forecast currently looks good for tonight (Monday 6th September), so we will be opening up the Observatory at Fairwood for a member's viewing evening and night from 8:30 pm. Please note that this takes the place of Tuesday 7th September which is now cancelled due to the weather. The moon is new, so this should be a good opportunity for some dark sky observing following some planetary observing of Saturn and Jupiter early on. Please dress accordingly with some warm clothing available and bring a flask or a hot drink. As the weather can change please check your email before heading out in case this event has to be cancelled. This event is going ahead TONIGHT Monday 6th September 2021 Fairwood Observatory