Practical Astronomy starts here...

HantsAstro is for anyone who has any interest in astronomy who wishes to explore this rewarding hobby and amateur science, with the largest astronomy group in Hampshire.

It's a new way of being part of an astronomy group with no annual upfront membership fee.
There's no members' only areas or committees here! It's all simply based around you, the sky and your telescope, whatever your experience.

Our focus is hands-on practical observing and imaging; we have a unique and flexible observing programme throughout the year.

We currently have Four active observing sites, plus one for training and another three for special public events, to provide a unique network of sites across Hampshire.

INTECH near Winchester, is where observing sessions are Free of Charge and are a great introduction to the night sky. The twice yearly (Oct/Nov & Jan) Telescope Clinic with Planetarium show is not to be missed! See our video! This site is primarily used for beginners and those getting some practice in meet here once a month or more.
Ages 11+ only (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). Please ask for details.

BUTSER ANCIENT FARM at Chalton, Hampshire. A secure site great for observing or astrophotography - Hugely popular and meet here twice a month. Annual Multi Site Pass required.
Ages 11+ only (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). Please ask for details.

BUTSER HILL just South of Petersfield is now a secure site. It's a great place to hone your skills with your own telescopes to get more out of astronomy. Here we use the larger telescopes for observing and astrophotography and meet here once a month. Annual Multi Site Pass required. Ages 11+ only (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). Please ask for details.

QECP VISITOR CENTRE (Queen Elizabeth Country Park) is another part of Butser on the Eastern side of the A3, and we meet here once a month for observing facilites available. Annual Multi Site Pass required. Ages 11+ only (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). Please ask for details.

To access these exclusive sites you can purchase an Annual Multi Site Pass for just £15 (INTECH is still free) please contact Sharon at: membership@hantsastro.org for details 

We have our own collection of eight telescopes, from a 70mm refractor through to a 16" Dobsonian. Or you can bring and use your own 'scope as most of our members do, either way practice makes perfect. It's a great way to discover astronomy with like-minded people and learn more about the night sky.

Why not sharpen up your skills with our new Astronomy Classes.

Our free bi-monthly eZine Look Up! contains unique UK based reviews on 'Grab n Go' scopes, a monthly observing target list and techniques to make your astronomy even better...

Too far away from us but want to get into astronomy? We can help. AstroSouth is our free directory which covers the South of England and lists over 80 astronomy groups and planetariums, so you can find out more about astronomy in the South of England and where to get involved. We have also founded OpenSkies Association, a network of new astronomy groups who offer free observing sessions across Southern England.

Then there is also our online Forum as well as our very active Facebook Group!

Ready to get inspired? Why not Join In with free membership, just download and fill in our simple PDF membership application form today! If you have any questions regarding HantsAstro then please feel free to e-mail or pick up the phone.

Make 2012 your year for getting into Astronomy.

Regards and Dark Skies,


David Woods
CoreTeam
HantsAstro
david.woods@hantsastro.org
t:023 9261 7092
f:023 9257 0283
skype: hantsastro