Founded 1956. Affiliated to the FAS. Patron: Professor Chris Lintott, FRAS
We are a group of people of all ages and from all walks of life bound together by a common interest in astronomy. Whether you are an experienced astronomer or a newcomer and just curious to find out a little more about the cosmos, we pride ourselves on offering a convivial setting to meet and learn.
Why not come and join us?
Thursday 18th September at 19:30 PM:
Observational Evening – Saturn, M13, M31, M81 and Bootes
6th Form Centre, Torquay Boy's Grammar School
Saturday 20th September at 11:00PM:
Unveiling of Blue Plaque to mark our 70th Anniversary at Torquay Town Hall including Civic Reception
A selection of members at The Summer Social in Cockington. We were able to give members of the public a view of the Sun via the Meade ETX90 Scope fitted with a Solar Filter
TBGS Observatory's Celestron EdgeHD 14" f/11 Aplanatic Schmidt-Cassegrain