Meetings are held on alternate Fridays starting at 8:00 PM. The specific topic and speaker for the next session can be found on the Society Programme page.

Physical meetings take place at Rectory Cottages, Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ.

Yes! Visitors are welcome to attend up to two meetings free of charge before deciding whether to join the society.

"Talks" typically feature a guest speaker on a specific astronomical subject. "AstroMeets" are more informal evenings focused on member presentations, sharing astrophotography, and practical equipment help.

Links are not public for security. You must request the login details via the Contact Form on the website.

Annual rates are £20 for Full Members, £12 for Concessions (retired, students, unwaged), and £24 for a Family membership.

Yes. MKAS is a registered charity. If you are a UK taxpayer, you can tick the Gift Aid box on your application, allowing the society to claim an extra 25% on your fee at no cost to you.

Members can hire society-owned telescopes for a nominal fee of £3 every two weeks. This is designed to help beginners "try before they buy." More details on Equipment Hire Page

Not at all. The society provides access to equipment, and many members join specifically to learn which telescope might be right for them.

Yes, there is a dedicated group of members who focus on imaging, and advice is frequently shared during AstroMeets.

The society maintains a Sky Diary which lists monthly moon phases, meteor showers, and planetary positions. More details on Astronomical Events page

There is a small amount of parking available directly outside the venue, but it fills up quickly. Most attendees find free street parking along Church Green Road or the nearby residential side streets. We ask that you please arrive 10–15 minutes early to find a spot and park considerately to avoid blocking our neighbours' driveways or local church access.