About

The Farnham Astronomical Society was founded in 1971 by a group of keen local amateur astronomers with the aim of promoting and furthering interest in the night sky and all things astronomy amongst the people of North Hampshire and West Surrey.

We are a friendly and informal society, with a membership spanning a wide range of ages and experience – from absolute beginners to experienced observers. There is always a warm welcome for visitors and new members, whether your interest is being able to recognise the constellations, stars and planets, or perhaps you have a deeper interest such as lunar and planetary observing, solar observation, variable star observing or CCD imaging.

We hold a society meeting every month (see venue). Our meetings begin with discussion of current events of astronomy interest and brief reports from the committee. This is followed by a presentation by a guest speaker or member on an astronomy or cosmology topic. Refreshments are available after the presentation and members are able to meet and discuss their interests. Outside of the meeting hall we have an area where members can set up telescopes – if the sky is clear.

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