Welcome

The FSLAS exists to provide a meeting place for amateur astronomers of all ages and abilities in the Furness and South Lakes area of Cumbria, England.

Our charter says that we will:

• Promote astronomy in the local community
• Provide education in astronomy for groups, schools, and the general public.
• Offer help, advice, and support to enthusiasts on all manner of related subjects.

Please click on the links above to browse the site.

If you have any queries regarding the society, please see the list of email addresses on the contact page.

Next Meeting Friday 4th September 2026

Ian Palmer - Visitor to FSLAS
How Stars Die!

See the societie's Programme page for dates of all events in our 2026 -2027 season.

Other News

Petition To Save Jodrell Bank

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) agency has removed funding from Jodrell Bank. Unless funding can be found all scientific observations at Jodrell are expected to cease on the 1 April 2028. Help save Jodrell Bank by signing this petition:

Fund Jodrell Bank Observatory Petition

Membership fees for the 2026 - 2027 season are due in October. Please go to the payments page to see how to pay.

Lionel Wilson's video "The formation of the Hadley sinuous rille, the Apollo 15 target" is now available in the memebers area.

The 2025 balance sheet and financial report can also be found in the members area,