Mansfield and Sutton Astronomical Society


Mansfield and Sutton Astronomical Society is an amateur astronomical society in the East Midlands of England. It was formed in 1969. It is based at Sherwood Observatory, a 61 cm mirror telescope which it owns and operates. The observatory lies 4 km south west of the centre of Mansfield on one of the highest points in the county of Nottinghamshire.
The society is a member of The Federation of Astronomical Societies.

Aims

The aims of the society are to:
The society holds monthly members-only lecture meetings at the observatory, along with observing and training evenings for members.

Outreach

The society runs a night school for those who wish to learn about astronomy and the universe. These are usually held at the observatory on Friday evenings.

Funding

MSAS is a registered charity. It is funded through member subscriptions, fund raising events, public open evenings held at the society's Observatory, charitable donations and grants.

Patrons

The patrons of the society are: