Bath Astronomers do outreach; the sharing of experiences, resources and knowledge with the community.
We’re always trying new ways to do it as well as continuing to do the tried and tested ways, like, guided stargazing, talks, workshops, volunteering for science events, and providing specialist equipment on a loan basis. At it’s simplest, we take binoculars and telescopes to the public, schools, and young peoples’ groups so everyone can see the wonders of the night sky. We’ve built a website for our STEM Outreach to give you more detail of what we do. Find it here.
We’ve worked with over 50 primary and secondary schools, Girlguiding, Scouts, Bath Preservation Trust, Bath Abbey, the Herschel Museum of Astronomy, the American Museum and Gardens, Bath Royal Literature and Scientific Institution, University of the Third Age, local town councils like Marlborough and Warminster, English Heritage, the National Trust, Somerscience, Bath Taps into Science, university student groups, and the University of Bath Physics Department.
If you think a group may benefit from a Bath Astronomer led session then drop us a line on outreach@bathastronomers.org.uk. You might just be interested in borrowing the Discover Astronomy Loan Box, a large wheeled flightcase full of equipment many primary schools don’t have access to especially in teaching Yr5 Space topics.
We have registered STEM Ambassadors and enhanced DBS checked amateur astronomers and can tailor sessions appropriate to your audience.
We provide outreach services for:
- Primary/Middle Schools
- Secondary Schools
- Sixth Form Colleges
- Universities
- Young Peoples’ Organisations including Rainbows, Beavers, Brownies, Cubs, Guides, and Scouts
- Other Organisations including University of the Third Age, and Women’s Institute
- Not-for-Profit Organisations
- Charities
- Individuals
We provide our services as cheaply as possible and sometimes with no charge. Typically, the fees are based on:
- State school stargazing and activities £30.00 per hour
- State school and young peoples’ workshops £30.00 per hour
- Private talks or stargazing £50.00 per hour
- Mobile planetarium shows £100.00 per hour
- Return travel to the venue from Bath, BA2 based on HMRC rates