If the weather permits there are observing sessions open to the public on a Friday evening. From the beginning of October until the clocks go forward the following March the usual opening time is 8pm. However, once we are on BST and right through until September, the skies are lighter and the opening time will be later. A decision on whether to open is usually made at around 6pm on a Friday. You can check the latest update here: Observatory Status

You might also like to look at our FaceBook Page or join our FaceBook Group for the latest information:
https://www.facebook.com/high.legh.community.observatory/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/highleghlco/

The observatory may also be open for specific events such as meteor showers and eclipses.  It opens on the first Sunday morning of the month from 10am until 1pm in support of Abbey Leys Farmers’ Market – again, weather permitting. Group visits can also be arranged.

There is no charge for use of the observatory, but donations are always welcome. There is a donations tin in the warm room, should you wish to contribute.

The observatory is just off the approach track to Abbey Leys Farm, Peacock Lane, High Legh, Knutsford WA16 6NS

Park on the left side of the track. The Observatory is in the field, enclosed by a wooden-panelled compound. It is accessed through a gate into the field about 100 metres down the approach track.

If you need a light to guide you to the compound, consider using a red light. If you only have a white light, please consider turning it off before you enter the compound. Please dress appropriately, it can be very cold at the observatory.