About Us
We're a friendly astronomy group based in Lewes, the county town of East Sussex. Whether you're passionate or just curious about astronomy, an expert or complete novice, everyone is welcome. Our activities are designed to suit all levels of interest, knowledge, and experience within the field of astronomy.
Our heritage dates back five decades as a small group known as the Lewes Astronomers. Astronomy has made significant strides during that time, yet it remains one of the few scientific disciplines in which amateurs can play a useful role.
Relaunched in 2022 as the Lewes Astronomical Society, we now have well over a hundred members and growing. Yet our ethos remains simple: to promote all aspects of astronomy in a friendly and inclusive environment for people living in and around the Lewes area.
Join Us
Our membership season runs for 12 months from 1st September each year. Membership includes free admission to our public talks which are usually presented by a guest speaker. These meetings are normally held on the first Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at the Subud Centre in Lewes.
We also arrange other events throughout the year, such as stargazing evenings. Our events are a great way to meet amateurs and professionals in the field of astronomy and make new friends.
Join us now to enjoy full membership until 31st August 2025. See our membership page for more details.
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Next Event
Stargazing Evening
Lewes Old Racecourse BN7 1UR
25th April 2025 at 9pm
A stargazing opportunity at Lewes Old Racecourse in the South Downs National Park. The venue is in a dark skies area one mile west of Lewes at an elevation of 135 metres. The event takes place between 9pm and 11pm. As usual, car parking and stargazing is in the paddock at the far end of the road up to the racecourse. For everyone's safety, please adhere to any instructions from the marshalls. You're encouraged to bring a telescope if you own one. Everyone welcome. Free admission for all. Please wear warm clothing, suitable footwear and bring a red-light torch. We will have the Philip's Stargazing 2025 guidebook on sale for £3 (or free for members). Note that there are no facilities at the venue and, being outdoors, the event may be cancelled if the weather is unsuitable.
Contact Us
For general enquiries about our society, please send an email to secretary@lewesas.org.uk. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact any of the team members shown on our committee page.
Find Us
From May 2025, our monthly public meetings will held in the Assembly Room at the newly-renovated Lewes Subud Centre, East Sussex BN7 2DS (formerly Lewes New School). Entrance is in Talbot Terrace. Municipal car parks are free after 5pm. The Brook Street car park is just 2 minutes walk from the venue.
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