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 at least 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, this season we've had 165 members and hundreds more supporters on our mailing list. 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, BN7 2DS.
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 uninterrupted membership until 31st August 2027. See our membership page for more details.
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Next Event
Partial Solar Eclipse
6:00pm to 8:10pm
Seaford Seafront, BN25 1JH
12th August 2026 at 6pm
A free family-friendly event to view a partial eclipse of the Sun from Seaford seafront,
near the Martello Tower at the eastern end of the esplanade. We have been granted special permission by Seaford Town Council to hold this event in a busy public area, and the Deputy Mayor of Seaford, Councillor Rod Buchanan, will be joining us.
About 91% of the Sun will be obscured by the Moon at maximum as seen from Seaford. The opportunity to witness such a deep partial solar eclipse won't happen again in the UK for many decades.
Locally, the eclipse begins at 6:17pm, reaches maximum at 7:13pm, and ends at 8:06pm. Our team of volunteers will be on hand to share this amazing experience,
using specialist equipment to enable visitors to safely observe the eclipse, including solar eclipse glasses, specially filtered telescopes, a hydrogen-alpha solar scope and even a kitchen colander!
It is extremely dangerous to look directly at the Sun without specialist solar viewing equipment at any time, including during this event. Ordinary sunglasses, cameras and binoculars can severely damage your eyes and cause permanent blindness.
Parking is free and plentiful near the Martello Tower. By public transport, there are half-hourly direct trains to Seaford from Lewes and from Brighton.
We are delighted that Seahaven FM radio is supporting this event. Their Drive Time presenter, Clive Mellor, will broadcast live from the event.
You can find Seahaven FM radio on 96.3 and 95.6 MHz, online at www.seahavenfm.radio, and via TuneIn by asking your smart device.
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
Our monthly public meetings are held in the Assembly Hall 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 a few minutes easy walk from the venue.
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