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Pex Hill Observatory Telescope Tests, April/May 1999

Two reports, one from David Galvin and one from Rob Johnson, written in April/May 1999 when the Observatory at Pex Hill (now the Leighton Observatory) was suffering from strong vibrations. These reports cover some of the details of how the problem was resolved, and the first successful CCD imaging trial at the site. Continue Reading »

Croxteth Park Star Party – 27th, 28th and 29th November 1998

LIVERPOOL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS Another LIVERPOOL STAR PARTY A Weekend of Astronomical Entertainment Organised by Liverpool Astronomical Society At Croxteth Hall and Park On The Nights Of: Friday 27th, Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November 1998 Between 6:30pm – 9:30pm Entry is £1:00 for Adults and 50p for Under 16s (Per Person Per Night) Access will ONLY be via the Disabled/Stables Entrance in CROXTETH HALL LANE. WEEKEND EVENTS There will be Telescopes to look through. Entertaining and informative talks on Astronomy. Things to do, things to see. Things to buy. Advice on how to get involved in the fasinating science […] Continue Reading »