Welcome
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:
- 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.
What’s happening.
Membership fees for the 2026–27
Memebership fees for this season were due in October; see the Payments page↗ for how to pay.
Online Presentations
Prof Mike Kosch's presentation How Transient Luminous Events (Sprites) research led to the first low frequency sky survey. Delivered to the society on Friday 6th November is now avaliable to view in the memebers area.
Visit members area
Cosmic Cumbria Astrophotography Exhibition
The Reghed Centre exhibition of astrophotography created by memebers of astronomy groups based in Cumbria continues unitl Monday 8th February 2027.
Images can be viewed online at Cosmic Cumbria
Support Jodrell Bank
If you have not already dones so please add your name to the petition to maintain funcding for Jodrell Bank Observatory↗
