BBC - Manchester - The moon, the stars and the Godlee - BBC News
Jul 20, 2009 · The Manchester Astronomical Society now meets there every Thursday and regularly uses the observatory. Antony Cross, from the Society, says one of the treasures of the Godlee Observatory is...
Godlee Observatory - Wikipedia
The Godlee Observatory is an old astronomical observatory located in a tower on the roof of the University of Manchester's Sackville Street Building, G floor (formerly UMIST Main Building), in the City Centre of Manchester, England.
Godlee Observatory – Sackville Street’s best-kept secret
Dec 7, 2017 · Known as a transient lunar phenomenon, what both our astronomers in Manchester and the astronauts witnessed was the regular but little understood appearance of light or colour changes on the moon’s surface. But of course, the Godlee telescopes allow us to see much further than the moon.
The Best Stargazing Spots Near Manchester
Feb 15, 2022 · On a clear cloud-free guide and a ‘moonless’ night you can see constellations like Taurus, Pegasus, the hunter and Andromeda as well as many others. The winter tends to be the best time to spot stuff – so wrap up warm.
Godlee Observatory (closed for redevelopment) - Go Stargazing
2 days ago · As of November 2022, the Godlee Observatory is closed indefinitely due to significant redevelopment work on the North Campus of Manchester University. Above photo by Manchester Astronomical Society.
The hidden Manchester star gazing observatory with a papier …
Sep 13, 2021 · Often referred to as ‘Sackville Street’s best-kept secret’, the Godlee observatory in Manchester city centre has been going strong for over 100 years – despite the fact that the roof is constructed from papier-mache.
Godlee Observatory - Visit Manchester
Astronomical observatory, 300mm Newtonian reflecting telescope, 200mm Refracting telescope, tours, mini lectures and slide shows. No wheelchair access.
Godlee Observatory - Atlas Obscura
Dec 11, 2014 · The tiny, historic observatory perched atop one of the gothic buildings on the campus of the University of Manchester, is something of a quaint legacy from the early days of astronomy.
The great unknown: 10 of the best spots to go ... - Manchester Wire
Mar 18, 2022 · A roundup of the best spots to go stargazing around Manchester. Including the Lake District, Werneth Low and Delamere Forest.
A Manchester window to the stars. The history of the Godlee Observatory
Nov 2, 2023 · The small Godlee Observatory is located on the roof of the University of Manchester, on Sackville Street, in the very centre of Manchester. It doesn't have a