Sungazing with South Downs Astronomical Society.

12 August 2023

10.30 am to 2.30 pm

Come see our closest star, in a safe manner, looking at the sun and seeing the activity on the surface, such as solar flares, sunspots and prominence’s. Using equipment specifically for viewing the sun safely, the South Downs Astronomical Society, will help you discover and learn more about the largest star in our solar system.

Details

Start: 12 August 2023
End: 12 August 2023

Location Details

Location RSPB Pagham Harbour Selsey Road Sidlesham West Sussex PO20 7NE
Postcode PO20 7NE
Directions

HOW TO GET HERE By train The nearest train station is Chichester, 5.5 miles away. There is a taxi rank outside Chichester station - ask to be taken to Pagham Harbour Visitor Centre, Selsey Road, Sidlesham. To cycle from the station, turn south over the level crossing down Stockbridge Road for approximately 100m then turn left into Canal Basin. Immediately to the right is the canal path which is the start of Route 88, currently ending at the Visitor Centre. By bus The 51 Link service from Chichester Bus Station to Selsey stops outside the Visitor Centre. The bus station is 2 minutes' walk from the train station. The journey takes 20 minutes. By bike By bike Route 88 from Chichester Canal Basin to the Visitor Centre. Medmerry Cycle Link connects RSPB Medmerry with RSPB Pagham Harbour.

Organiser Details

Organiser's Name RSPB Pagham Harbour
Organiser's Website https://events.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour
Organiser's Email pagham.harbour@rspb.org.uk
Organiser's Telephone 01243641508

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