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Reasons to Join the Birmingham Astronomical Society

If your looking for a reason to join - well we have 10!

  • Nine lectures a year held in a multimedia lecture theatre - previous guest speakers have included Jocelyn Bell Burnell, discoverer of the pulsar!
  • Discuss astronomy with like-minded people at our Wednesday club nights - we cater for all levels of experience, so beginners with little or no knowledge of astronomy are welcome and will not feel 'out of it'.
  • Get sound advice on buying an astronomical telescope and come along to our star parties where you can have a go at observing through a variety of different 'scopes.
  • Build your own telescope. We have a fully equipped workshop and members with years of experience who will be happy to help you every step of the way.
  • When you've settled in - borrow one of the Society's telescopes and try it out in your back garden.
  • Browse our comprehensive astronomical library with over 1000 titles to choose from!
  • Access our new observatory on the roof-top of Aston University.
  • Need some material for an article or research? Check out our extensive back catalogue of astronomical journals and magazines.
  • Take advantage of our members' collective experience of astronomical observing: both amateur and professional.
  • Free secure parking.