Bayfordbury Observatory, Research observatory in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
The facility contains seven optical telescopes, four radio telescopes, solar telescopes, and a high-definition indoor planetarium for astronomical research and education.
The observatory launched operations in 1969 with its first telescope and received formal recognition in 1970 from Astronomer Royal Richard van der Riet Woolley.
The University of Hertfordshire students engage in astronomical research from their first week through final projects at this educational center.
Located six miles from the main campus, the observatory benefits from reduced light interference due to Hertfordshire County Council's nighttime street light reduction program.
Three telescopes operate robotically, allowing staff and students to request observations remotely and capture images automatically when conditions permit.
Location: Hertfordshire
Website: http://bayfordbury.herts.ac.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.77500,-0.09444
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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