Public partial solar eclipse observing on Stopsley Common

Wednesday 12th August 2026 from 18:00pm

Stopsley Common - Luton

St Thomas' Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7XP, East of England

Join Luton Astronomical Society at Stopsley Common for a free public viewing of the partial solar eclipse. Society members will be on hand with solar observing equipment, demonstrating how to view the Sun safely and helping visitors enjoy this spectacular celestial event.

The event runs from 6:00 pm to 8:15 pm, with certified eclipse glasses, courtesy of Go Stargazing, available for visitors to use. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and observing is weather permitting.

This event is organised by...

Luton Astronomical Society

Email: lutonastro@gmail.com
Website: http://www.lutonastrolink.org.uk/

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