Welcome to
Croydon Astronomical Society
Learn all about us; our history and what we do.
Croydon Astronomical Society. Part 1. History and Background.
Croydon Astronomical Society. Part 2. A Visit to the Norman Fisher Observatory.
Why we're here
Our objectives are to advance education in the science of astronomy and related subjects for the public benefit in Croydon and the surrounding area by:
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encouraging a popular interest in astronomy and allied subjects;
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helping beginners, irrespective of their age, to acquire a knowledge of astronomy and allied subjects; and
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providing facilities for practical work and active participation in astronomical observation.
Croydon Astronomical Society is based in Croydon, just a few miles south of London. We hold public talks approximately every two weeks during school term time and aim to open our observatory to the public every Saturday evening. The society was founded in 1956 and operates through the donation of time from its members and donations of money from its members and visitors. If astronomy is your thing, please consider joining us as a member.
Next opening of the Observatory - Closed this week​
Sat 15th Feb: CLOSED
Sorry but despite promising forecasts earlier in the week they are now all bad. We cannot open this week. We will try again next week.
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Our next attempt will be next week - 22nd February. Decision will be posted on our Facebook page.
Public talks
(See note to the right)
The Society holds public talks at Trinity School, Shirley Road, Croydon CR9 7AT. The next one is Thursday 9th January. Further details of the talks programme and location are set out in the Talks tab.
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Talks are open to all, there is no charge, but we have a suggested donation of £3 towards society funds. Refreshments priced at 50p are available during the break.
Moon and Venus - 1st Feb 2025
May Aurora - Evie Faith Harvey
October Aurora - Graham Cluer
Free talks at Trinity School