Godlee Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Manchester, England
The observatory stands on the roof of the Sackville Street Building at the University of Manchester, featuring two telescopes for astronomical observations.
Francis Godlee presented this scientific facility to Manchester in 1902, establishing it as a center for astronomical research and education.
The Manchester Astronomical Society operates the observatory, organizing educational programs and public observations for the local community and students.
Currently closed for redevelopment work on the North Campus, the observatory houses an 8-inch refracting telescope and a 12-inch Newtonian reflector.
The observatory dome, constructed from papier-mâché, is accessed through a trap door at the top of an Edwardian wrought iron staircase.
Location: Manchester
GPS coordinates: 53.47614,-2.23264
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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