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I'm thinking Caerphilly Mountain looking back up into the valleys could be a spectacular shot in the next few weeks if the opportunity arizes

On 15/07/2020 at 22:33, brrttpaul said:

I had a nice night Friday night, went on a tip behind my house (merthyr) spectacular view of the comet and some noc clouds

Fantastic Image Paul - I'm assuming its not the phone lol

Hi Helen so pleased we had a chance tonight and now I know where I'm looking hopefully Sunday/Monday night should be even better and I can take a tripod with me to get some better photos though I'm glad to have a momento 8anyway 😆 

I'm standing in the farmers field opposite my home its an easy spot no need to take the car anywhere fantastic Im so glad I've caught it, not quite dark enough to get a decent picture yet though

Fantastic - Thanks Helen

regds Steve

Fantastic Helen - I did stay up until the early hours on the weekend but to no avail though i didn't travel further than the bedroom for elevation I must admit - hopefully with the weather forecast as is it is I haven't missed my chance though I will be on the coast in the next two weeks - I'm wondering whether the Cross in Gelligaer might just give me enough of a vantage point if I get an unexpected chance before then - anyhows lovely to hear from you and fab photos :0)

Hi guys - has anyone in the S Wales group had any luck spotting comet Neowise yet - I know its still low in the sky at the meoment - I stayed up until 3am on the weekend to observe but my elevation just can't be high enough at the moment. I'm thinking of taking a trip the next time the clouds disappear- anyone got any good spots for observing - preferably in S Wales - I'm guessing we will still have a couple of weeks but Wales is notorious for its weather so not as many chances as we would hope for no doubt

cheers

Steve

Fantastic Images Mick really enjoyed them 

Thanks Helen- interesting stuff :0)

Its a frustrating hobby for sure Mike :0)

Thanks for the replies folks- obviously some further research required on my part but yes Helen- Sci Fi was the first thing I thought - the chances of anything coming from - you know lol

Was out the back garden tonight with the Bins after having a fire and saw something I've never seen before.  Was looking  pretty much due South then saw a satelite coming over, nothing unusual, then another and another - I counted about 10 in total all in a perfect line all following the same path. I watched this for a few minutes even tried to take a video but it was terrible quality so no use. Thats the first time I've seen anything like that - anyone else seen anything similar or have any explanations?

Missed my chance tonight - 19th Jan was planning the first trip in ages to Blaenavon and got put off by the bbc weather forecast but so far has been a brilliant night - should have got out earlier and just gone for it

On 04/09/2019 at 10:16, L8-Nite said:

Hi Steve, Upahill & Choo_choo_baloo,

The South Wales Group which meets at the Fox Hunters car park has been quiet for awhile, but the site is a good one.  For most of us its a long drive though, and many times I've made the 60+ mile round trip only to be disappointed, along with others, by the failed forecasts.  Got to say quite honestly, the advanced scheduling of meets up at the site seems pointless considering the fluctuations in the UK weather, and I've found posting short notice meets also to be challenging based on the unreliability of even the "area specific" Astronomy forecasts. If anyone is near Blaenavon, it would be great if you could post in the early evening the actual weather conditions as you see it for those of us watching SGL.  I think this would give a great boost to help the South Wales Group to recover from Astronomical hibernation.

Although the South Wales group hasn't been active for some time, it would be nice to catch up with familiar faces and meet some new observers.  Glad to see your back Steve. 

Cheers Everyone !

Thanks Mike- I'm full of good intentions - like you said would be great to meet up again - the meets at Blaenavon were brilliant would be great if we could get some enthusiasm going for it again - fingers crossed I'll catch up soon

Hi both - the S Wales group used to meet in the Fox Hunters car park above Blaenavon which is on the edge of the Beacons - it was a really friendly and informal meet. Having not been involved for the last few years I'm not sure whether its still happening but I'd keep your eyes open in the group forum and check it out regularly. We're just entering the beginning of the season for many of us so I'm sure things will pick up shortly - I'm determined to get back involved this year so hopefully will catch up later in the Autumn.

Thats a cracking shot Chris -well done- looks like your going to have a great time with your new scope

That looks like my go to weather / observing app for the future- well done FLO guys - plenty of info, great interface much appreciated

looking forward to the Android app hopefully in the future also.

Keep your eyes open on the groups page folks there should be a S Wales group meeting coming up shortly - I think Mike has called for two nights Fri and Saturday 21/22nd November  for the first time to give us the best possibility of avoiding the clouds - they are a really friendly bunch and you'd be most welcome - straight up the M4 from Swansea onto the heads of the Valleys Rd towards Blaenavon- perhaps and hour and a bit depending on the traffic 

 heres the link with info  http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/228549-observing-session-november-21-22-2014/

I'm pretty sure May , about the 10th is going to be the best time to see it this year but any time is a real pleasure.it's probably the biggest showstopper in the sky.nice one Paul

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Nice one Paul

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The  2nd S Wales Group star party at Pencelli in Brecon

We had to wait a long time for clear skies but at close to midnight on the last night they arrived and we had some great views into the early hours.

Thanks to Mr Flibble for organising everything and everyone else, including Dai and Paul who are not in the picture, thanks for your company for another great event- roll on next year.

Just what we needed - excellent post - looking forward to the DSO section

Hi johnnycake welcome to Sgl and the s Wales group. Great time to take up astronomy with the winter nights on the horizon and possibly a great comet event.

Hi again dai, good time to join as the winter nights are just on the horizon.keep an eye open in this section over the next few weeks and no doubt matt or pat will post details of the next meet which you'll be welcome to come along to. We meet. Up on the blorenge just outside blaenavon. Its quite informal and friendly I'm sure you'd enjoy it.any how's welcome on board once again.

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Lovely set of photos, beautiful sunset

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