Sunderland Astronomical Society (SAS) was formed in July 1993 by an enthusiastic group of local amateur astronomers. We are one of most active and largest astronomical society’s in the North East with lots of things going on (for e.g. observing, related projects, astro events, meetings, lectures, visits, and outreach), so come on down and take a look.
SAS are a dynamic, active, open and friendly group of local amateur astronomers.
Our aim is to promote, inspire, inform, empower & advance the awareness & education of the public in the science of Astronomy and related subjects.
SAS in one of the largest, if not the largest and most active astronomical society in the North East.
We support the whole of Tyne & Wear community and North East region with anything astronomical.
We cater for all levels of Astronomy interest and experience.
We are especially pleased to welcome newcomers into the fascinating study of the heavens.
Regularly provide astronomically themed talks, observing sessions, projects & workshops in schools, at other venues/establishments, within the North East region at our public observatory at the Washington Wetlands Centre.
We run outreach projects & programs that are recognised by NASA outreach.
Especially interested in Schools, Cubs, Brownie and Scout groups of all ages to inspire, empower & learn about astronomy and view the night sky.
Our season runs from September to September each year.
We hold meetings on:
- Every Thursday (open to the public).
- 1st Sunday (informal get together).
- 2nd Sunday (Astro workshops & observing.
- 3rd Sunday of each (Astro related lecture).
- 4th Sunday (informal get together)
All at the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Washington, in the Discovery Centre.
All meetings start from 7 pm.
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