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Village Hall Becomes Stargazing Hub
3 Oct
Summary
- Amateur astronomers will set up a mini-observatory at a village hall.
- An out-of-use telescope dome will be transferred from an army base.
- The observatory aims to inspire residents and encourage community outreach.
A group of amateur astronomers has secured permission to establish a mini-observatory at a village hall. Members of the Shropshire Astronomical Society plan to relocate an out-of-use dome and telescope, previously utilized by the Irish Rangers at Tern Hill army base. This new facility, located at Rodington Village Hall, aims to significantly boost public interest in astronomy.
The society believes this permanent observatory will foster greater participation and enable community outreach events. The structure, measuring less than 2.7m (8ft 9 inches) tall, is expected to be the only publicly accessible observatory in the county. Planners have approved the project, deeming it unlikely to cause significant disruption or traffic issues for nearby residents, and recognizing its value as an educational resource.
