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The design of the observatory is in keeping with the ethos of the forest, not only in style but also being environmentally friendly. This design is the result of a competition which was won by Charles Barclay Architects, based in [[London]].<ref>{{cite web |
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Kielder Observatory File:Kielder Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 1219650.jpg, Kielder Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 743316.jpg, Kielder Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 825187.jpg Organization Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society Location Kielder Forest, Northumberland, England Coordinates 55°13′55″N 2°36′58.5″W / 55.23194°N 2.616250°W Altitude 370 m (1,214 ft) Established 2008 Website Kielder Observatory Telescopes
20 inch 20 inch (508mm) Reflector 14 inch Meade 14 inch (355mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain 60mm Solar Telescope 60mm Coronado Solar Telescope Related media on Commons
Kielder Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Kielder Forest, Northumberland, England. It is situated close to the Scottish border on Black Fell near James Turrell's Kielder Skyspace. The site was carefully chosen by the steering group set up to direct the development of the facility. Headed by astronomer and Observatory director Gary Fildes Fras, the chosen site was proven to be one of the darkest sky locations in the UK free of light pollution.The primary function of the observatory is outreach , thus aims to bring in members of the public to engage in the universe around them. The Observatory regularly runs "Nightwatch events" designed for members of the public to come along and listen to a talk then observe the night sky,see,www.kielderobservatory.org
The design of the observatory is in keeping with the ethos of the forest, not only in style but also being environmentally friendly. This design is the result of a competition which was won by Charles Barclay Architects, based in London.[1] One key requirement of the observatory is that it should be in keeping with the surrounding forest and environmentally friendly, and as such it is solar and wind powered.[2]
The observatory is administered by a group of volunteers who have collectively created the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society. Their aim is to bring astronomy to surrounding community.
The observatory was officially opened on the 25 April 2008 by Sir Arnold Wolfendale 14th Astronomer Royal.
The society hosts the Kielder Forest Star Camp each autumn.
External links
References
- ^ "Kielder Observatory History". Retrieved 2010-08-12.
- ^ "Kielder Observatory". Retrieved 2008-07-29.