Local Astronomy and Science Societies

Wessex Astronomical Society

Wessex Astronomical Society meets at the Allendale Centre in Wimborne at 7.45pm on the 1st Tuesday of every month. 

Fordingbridge
Astronomers

Fordingbridge Astronomers meet at the Elm Tree pub in Hightown at 7.30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.

Weymouth Astronomy Club

Weymouth Astronomy Club meet at St Aldhelm's Church Centre on Spa Road on the 2nd Friday of every month.

Bournemouth Natural Science Society
(BNSS)

A local museum covering a wide range of interests and including astronomy, geology, archaeology, entomology and Egyptology. Regular talks on Tues and Sat.

Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 

The closest Dark Sky Reserve to the BCP area, Cranborne Chase is a great place to enjoy walking, wildlife spotting and stargazing throughout the year

Cranborne Chase Astronomy
Club

Cranborne Chase Astronomy meet in Shaftesbury on the 3rd Wednesday of every month; alternating talks with observing sessions