OASI@Newbourne

OASI holds meetings at Newbourne Village Hall generally twice each month. The location is a relatively dark-sky site within easy reach of Ipswich.

When the sky is clear, the priority is observing. Telescopes are available on site and members and visitors are encouraged to bring their own binoculars or other portable instruments. On cloudy nights, there is a mixture of socialising, telescope "fettling" and planning the next observing project. During summer months, when dark nights are short, workshops and other talks are scheduled.

If you're contemplating joining OASI, please consider attending a meeting at Newbourne. Members will share with you their passion for astronomy and tell you about OASI and its activities. You may join OASI at a Newbourne meeting. Meeting dates are listed under What's on.

Paul Whiting, FRAS, is coordinator of OASI@Newbourne. If you are interested in attending a meeting or would like more information, please contact him by email: newbourne@oasi.org.uk.

The address is: Newbourne Village Hall, Mill Lane, Newbourne, IP12 4NP. Google map of the location.
 

Practical matters - if you are new to astronomy

Parking is available on site. Please use dipped headlights on arrival and warn observers before you switch headlights on to leave.

If visiting on an observing evening, wear more clothing than you think may be necessary, including a hat to keep your head warm.

Children are very welcome, accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Bring a red light torch for use on observing evenings; white light will destroy dark adaption for 20 minutes or more.

You do not need a telescope! But if you own one, you are very welcome to bring it.