Astronomy Night
South Downs Centre, Midhurst · 23 October 2026
Image: South Downs CentreAn evening of astronomy led by the South Downs Astronomical Society at the South Downs Centre in Midhurst, on Friday 23 October 2026 from 7.30pm for around two hours. Attendees learn to recognise the autumn constellations, consider the Cosmos and our place within it, and view deep space objects through quality telescopes. Suited to everyone, and booking is recommended.
Highlights
- Learn to identify the autumn constellations
- View deep space objects through quality telescopes
- Tickets from £12.50, booking recommended
Getting there
South Downs Centre
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Nearby
Image: South Downs National ParkSouth Downs National Park
The South Downs National Park protects the chalk hills, woods and river valleys that run across Sussex and into Hampshire, including the Seven Sisters cliffs. The South Downs Way follows the ridge, and there are step-free Miles Without Stiles routes, some of the darkest skies in England and plenty of villages and vineyards to stop at.
Image: National TrustWoolbeding Gardens
A 26 acre garden on the edge of Midhurst, with distinctive garden rooms and colourful borders that flow into the Rother valley landscape. Follies include a classical Tulip Folly, a ruined abbey, a gothic summerhouse and a river-god grotto, alongside a striking ten-sided glasshouse and Silk Route garden.
Image: National TrustPetworth House and Park
A grand 17th-century house holding one of the National Trust's finest art collections, including Turner, Van Dyck and Gainsborough. Outside, a 700-acre deer park by 'Capability' Brown gives big South Downs views and room for a long walk.