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Bayfordbury Observatory
http://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/schools-of-study/physics-astronomy-and-mathematics/observatory.cfmEngland (South East)
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The University of Hertfordshire Bayfordbury Observatory is situated some 15km from the main Hatfield Campus. The observatory is situated in a relatively dark countryside location and is regarded as one of the finest teaching observatories in the country.
The Observatory has eight telescope domes as well as a 4.5m radio dish equipped with a state-of-the-art hydrogen-line receiver. Their telescopes each have computer controlled CCD cameras which are used for imaging and spectroscopy of astronomical sources. Short descriptions of some of the telescopes and instrumentation available can be found on the website.
The Observatory welcomes organised visits from schools and interested parties as part of its outreach programme.
Contact details
Name
Jan Webb
Address
University of HertfordshireBayfordbury Observatory
Bayfordbury
Hertford,
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9AB
Telephone
01717 284254
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