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Next Meetings

Regular Meetings

When: Normally on the 3rd Thursday of every month, but check back for the confirmed date as it does vary
Time: 20:00
Place: Black Swan, Ockham KT11 1NG


Agenda:
General chat and catch up
Discussion of any questions which are asked, or helping out new starters with scope problems

Observing if it's a clear night

Meeting dates for 2026
Month (New Moon) Closest Thursday Moon Illumination (%)
January January 15, 2026 6%
February February 19, 2026 5%
March March 19, 2026 1%
April April 16, 2026 1%
May May 14, 2026 3%
June June 18, 2026 9%
July July 16, 2026 2%
August August 13, 2026 1%
September September 10, 2026 1%
October October 8, 2026 7%
November November 12, 2026 7%
December December 10, 2026 2%
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Rules

1. Respect people and their equipment
2. Do not touch other peoples' equipment without their permission
3. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
4. No excessive consumption of alcohol
5. No lasers
6. A minimum of 3 people should attend each observation
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