Next meeting
7th February 2019, 8pm
If you would like to attend the meeting, do drop me an email at wag_chair@aol.co.uk and come along , we will be happy to introduce you to the hobby and help you with any questions about either buying or using a scope. Experienced astronomers also welcomed of course!
LUNAR ECLIPSE
The Lunar eclipse is on the morning of 21st February between approximately 3am and 6am. Depending on the weather and member availability we may observe from the green. Watch this space, plus Facebook for updates.
WELCOME TO THE WALTON ASTRONOMY GROUP
WAG members range in ability from absolute beginners to established astronomers with many years of experience in Astronomy and Astrophotography. We are an informal and friendly bunch, who enjoy welcoming new starters to the hobby. We can help you with any problems you may have setting up your new scope for instance.
Regular meet-ups take place at the Prince of Wales pub in West End Village, Esher generally on a Thursday, aiming for New Moon but watch this page for the confirmed date as we do change based upon other commitments or events.
The Green in West End Village, Esher has skies measuring around 19.2*, which means that stars down to around magnitude 5 are visible with the naked eye. Whilst not a dark sky, it is still possible to enjoy some worthwhile astronomy from the site, with the benefit of being still accessible from London.
Ad hoc observing is arranged subject to weather conditions. Look out for our next meeting in the Observing and Events section or join us on Facebook to get updates from us.
Regular meet-ups take place at the Prince of Wales pub in West End Village, Esher generally on a Thursday, aiming for New Moon but watch this page for the confirmed date as we do change based upon other commitments or events.
The Green in West End Village, Esher has skies measuring around 19.2*, which means that stars down to around magnitude 5 are visible with the naked eye. Whilst not a dark sky, it is still possible to enjoy some worthwhile astronomy from the site, with the benefit of being still accessible from London.
Ad hoc observing is arranged subject to weather conditions. Look out for our next meeting in the Observing and Events section or join us on Facebook to get updates from us.
*Magnitudes per square arc-second
Website updates:
18th January 2019
- Annual meeting dates added
- Observing Report from 17th January 2019 added
27th December 2018
- Night Vision article link added
- New Deep Sky Images added to Astrophotography section
20th December 2018
- Observing Section amended
- Members section updated and changed to Joining In
19th December 2018
- New Deep Sky Images added to Astrophotography section
- New Night Vision Images added
18th January 2019
- Annual meeting dates added
- Observing Report from 17th January 2019 added
27th December 2018
- Night Vision article link added
- New Deep Sky Images added to Astrophotography section
20th December 2018
- Observing Section amended
- Members section updated and changed to Joining In
19th December 2018
- New Deep Sky Images added to Astrophotography section
- New Night Vision Images added
