Solar Viewing with Seven Sisters Astronomical Society
Add something different to your visit with a chance to look through a solar telescope for a daytime viewing of the Sun, and witness the magic of the partial Solar Eclipse at Sheffield Park and Garden.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Seven Sister's Astronomical Society are joining us for a day to carry out a solar viewing in the garden and view the partial solar eclipse.
Visitors will get the chance to look through specially designed solar telescopes to see the Sun in a different light. A rare opportunity to see sun spots and flares safely, as well as viewing a partial Solar eclipse. Learn more about our home star, and the science behind how a solar eclipse happens.
For those coming to see the partial solar eclipse, please be aware that the partial eclipse is only happening between 10:07am and 12:00pm.
Suitable for all ages. This event is free with entry and will take place on the manor lawn. Please be aware that this event is weather dependant, and if there is thick cloud cover or rain then this event won’t go ahead.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Viewing will take place in the garden on the mansion lawn lawn by Ten Foot Pond.
- What to bring and wear
The event is entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
- Accessibility
The lawn is adjacent to one of our wheelchair accessible paths.
- Other
No need to book.
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