From first-time stargazers to experienced observers,
we bring people together to observe, learn, and share the universe.
No telescope required.
Beginners welcome.
Curiosity required.
Friendly, welcoming and supportive.
UPCOMING EVENT IN APRIL 2026
Where & When We Meet
We meet at 7.30 pm on the first Wednesday of every month
Methodist Church Hall
Rhododendron Avenue
Sticklepath, Barnstaple
EX31 2DJ
FREE ONSITE PARKING
What To Expect
Every meeting starts with a short introduction to what to find in the night sky for the coming month, followed by one or two astronomy-related talks, with questions actively encouraged.
We also hold telescope evenings a couple of times a year where members can explore equipment and ask questions.
Thinking Of Joining?
You are welcome to attend two meetings for free as a visitor.
Come along, listen to talks, meet members, and discover the benefits of joining North Devon Astronomical Society
MEMBERSHIP FORM HERE – CAN BE COMPLETED AND EMAILED TO THE SOCIETY OR TAKEN WITH YOU TO YOUR NEXT MEETING
Provisional Programme 2026
An overview of scheduled talks, observing nights and events throughout the year. Subject to updates.
| 7 Jan | Short Talk | ||
| Long Talk | The Hubble Tension | Rick Dooley | |
| 4 Feb | AGM | AGM | |
| 4 March | Short Talk | Messier Marathon | Mark Buckingham |
| Long Talk | Seestar telescope | Mark Buckingham | |
| 1 April | Short Talk | Asteroids and Dwarf Planets | Glynn Matthews |
| Long Talk | TBA | Julie Buckingham | |
| 6 May | Short Talk | The Virgo Cluster | Rick Dooley |
| Long Talk | |||
| 3 June | Short Talk | Mercury 13 | John Parratt |
| Long Talk | |||
| 1 July | Short Talk | Beginning Astrophotography | Jason Lovegrove |
| Long Talk | Adventures with my Celestron | Carl Robinson | |
| 5 Aug | Short Talk | ||
| Long Talk | Black Holes | Chris Cartledge | |
| 2 Sep | Short Talk | ||
| Long Talk | Eclipse Talk | Mark and Julie Buckingham | |
| 7 Oct | Short Talk | ||
| Long Talk | |||
| 4 Nov | Short Talk | Star Life Cycles | Aaron Hewitt |
| Long Talk | |||
| 2 Dec | Xmas Quiz Night |
North Devon Astronomical Society 