We make every effort to keep the programme up-to-date and accurate. However changes can happen at short notice and updates rely on the kind donation of time by Society members. If you see an error please let us know.
Basic members are welcome to attend lectures but will be charged a small fee.
From approx Sunday the 24th of May until approx Monday the 11th of August
Noctilucent Cloud (NLC) could start to appear in the NW sky 90-120 minutes after sunset
or 90-120 minutes before sunrise in the NE sky
these dates may vary a little dependent on current solar activity
NLC have a typical colour range of electric blue to silver
and are normally at an altitude of 250,000-280,000 feet
In the early evening of Tuesday the 23rd of June above the SE – S horizon
a Clair Obscur effect known as Plato’s Hook will be visible on the Moon
this effect should be visible @ approx 19.15 hrs
as the Sun will be above the horizon
please remember your solar safety :-
DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN
WITHOUT THE CORRECT SOLAR FILTER FITTED TO YOUR EQUIPMENT
OR SOLAR SAFETY GLASSES FOR YOUR EYES
if you plan to observe / image this event remember to dress for the conditions
On the night of Wednesday the 24th of June along the S – SW horizon
a Clair Obscur effect known as The Jewelled Handle will be visible on the Moon
this effect should be visible @ approx 23.00 hrs
if you plan to observe / image this event remember to dress for the conditions