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Helios and Stargazing with the Athenaeum Astronomy Association

Join the Athenaeum Astronomy Association on our late night opening of the Helios art installation to gaze up at the stars and learn all about the wonders of the universe.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event (admission applies)

Inspired by the Victorian observatory and its telescope on the roof of Bury St Edmund's historic Athenaeum building, the Association is open to amateur observers of all ages and abilities and is joining our late night opening.

Booking is not needed for the activity as this is drop in, however booking required for the late night opening of Helios - go back to the event page to find out more under 'Late night opening of Helios Art Installation at Ickworth'

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Please pre-book your ticket for Helios through separate event article.

Suitability

Children are welcome. Under 5s go free and do not need a booking.

Meeting point

The stargazing activity will be based on the North Lawn, along the route of the viewing of Helios.

What to bring and wear

The event takes place outside so be prepared for all weathers.

Accessibility

The route is a short walk across gravel so some manual wheelchairs may find this challenging. There is very little incline to manage.

Other

To ensure the safety of the artwork and the public, if wind speeds are forecast to exceed 23mph, the artwork will be temporarily taken down and will not be accessible to visitors. If we know that wind speeds are going to be high, we will do our best to inform you via our website for the latest information before travelling.

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