Astronomy in Edinburgh
Come along to one of our meetings, hear interesting talks, find out about what’s in the sky this month and meet other astronomers.
We meet monthly, usually on the first Friday of the month at 7:30pm, and are always happy to see new faces at our meetings. See below for the next meeting date.
The Astronomical Society of Edinburgh (ASE) has been holding meetings in Edinburgh to inform members and the general public about astronomy since 1924.
Observing forecast for Edinburgh
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Featured news
May 2019 meeting report and information
Over 100 people attended our May meeting with a mind-warping talk on black holes by Dr Fabio Biancalana of Heriot-Watt University.
Scotland’s Sky in May 2019
Giant world Jupiter becoming obvious in May’s twilit nights - the latest Scotland Sky Diary for May by Alan Pickup.
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Introduction to exoplanets free course
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Astronomy in the Twilight Zone
During the summer months in Scotland it is very easy to stop doing any astronomy because of the light nights. But you don't need to stop!
April 2019 meeting report
Over 100 people again and a very interesting talk from Dr Alexander Mackinnon on CTR Wilson and cosmic rays, describing how this branch of high-energy astrophysics can be traced back to the Scottish highlands.
Ask an Astronomer
Is there something you always wanted to know about our universe?
How to observe a planet? Take a photo of the stars? Which telescope to buy? Why is space black? …
Well here’s your chance: just ask your question in the form and we’ll try and get back to you with an answer. The answer may just be: “we have no idea” – but that’s the beauty of astronomy!