Eclipse and Perseids Meteors with Baker Street Irregular Astronomers

Wednesday 12th August 2026 from 17:30pm

Hampstead Heath

Hampstead, London, London, NW3 2SP

Join the Baker Street Irregular Astronomers at the Tumulus on Hampstead Heath for an evening of spectacular celestial sights. Watch the partial solar eclipse from a location with panoramic views of the horizon before staying on after sunset to enjoy the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower.

The event begins at 5:30 pm, with experienced astronomers on hand throughout the evening. Eclipse glasses, courtesy of Go Stargazing, will be available for safe viewing of the Sun, and everyone is welcome to stay and enjoy one of the year's best meteor showers.

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Baker Street Irregular Astronomers

Email: ericemms56@gmail.com
Website: https://www.bakerstreetastronomers.com/

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