Freff

And of course there's always the pub...I often see stars after a few hours in there. 

I have had a word with the big guy, he'll do his best for us. 🙏

Looking forward to meeting up again. 

4 hours ago, reddoss said:

Just booked online for Thursday through to Sunday nights. 

 

Looking forward to seeing everyone again. 

 

I will book Friday night diner at the pub later. 

 

Cheers,

            Justyn

Great to meet up again Justyn. 

Good man Clive, see you there.

Pencelli Caravan Park is now taking bookings for SWAG Spring Star Party 2024.

The dates are 8th - 10th March.

If you wish to attend, please contact the park direct (by phone is best) and book your preferred pitch.

Remember to mention you are with the astronomy group, and you will be put on a suitable pitch near other members.

When you book please post here your pitch number and days attending. Thanks.

Any other queries please post here and I will try and to help.

I'm booked in on Pitch G, 7th - 10th March.

I have also booked a table at The Royal Oak again for the Friday at 6.30pm. 

If you want to book a meal, best do it ASAP, and say you are with the Astronomy Group.

They have told me they will pull tables together if there is enough of us.  Book in your own name.

Please let me know if you booked.

March 8th - 10th it is then.

Extra days before and after these date are available to book.

f you wish to attend, please contact the park direct (by phone is best) and book your preferred pitch.

Remember to mention you are with the astronomy group, and you will be put on a suitable pitch near other members.

When you book please post your pitch number and days attending. Thanks

Latest information here.

South Wales Astronomy Group (SWAG) Star Party Spring 2024

2 hours ago, cajen2 said:

Hi. Can you confirm the dates are as you posted? I want to book it.

I'm waiting a little longer to get a consensus from others on these dates being suitable.

It will probable be these dates. HTH

4 hours ago, cajen2 said:

Sorry, mate, I just didn't see this till just now. Don't worry about the light: have it as a gift! 

Cheers Clive, I'll wrap it for Xmas.👍

13 minutes ago, mistuk said:

@Freff Just booking some annual leave from work - any thoughts if / when there might be a spring one? 🙂

Go back a few posts, there is info regarding a spring event. 

Many thanks to everyone who attended the SWAG Autumn star party.

A successful  event with good skies, great company and a good evening at the pub. 

For the SWAG event next spring, I have pencilled in March 8th - 10th with the New Moon on the 10th.

I have also got the Autumn SWAG star party ear marked for October 4th - 6th with the New Moon on 2nd.

Again many thanks to all.

@ Clive, you left before I had chance to return your red light. Please PM me where I can return it to you. Thanks.

9 hours ago, L8-Nite said:

Dorothy & I will be up for a visit on Saturday. Looking forward to catching up with friends and fellow observers. 🙂

Will have the kettle on ready. 👍

48 minutes ago, mdstuart said:

I have just booked in. Bringing my 8 inch dob and some binoculars. See you all later.

Mark ....the galaxy hunter

Nice one Mark, look forward to meeting up again. 

My wife (Cath) and I have book a meal at the Royal Oak for Saturday 6.30pm. 

Tables are very limited in the Bar, the Lounge, where we were the last time will be used for the Rugby match.

If you want to book a meal, best do it ASAP, and say you are with the Astronomy Group.

They have told me they will pull tables together if there is enough of us.  Book in your own name.

Please let me know if you booked.

Double up on the tent pegs Justyn, forecast is for a blustery night. ⛈️See you early afternoon.

Look forwarded to meeting up LEW.👍

Great skies here at Lucksall.

One of the best nights for many years.

Unfortunately I'm here doing a bit of fishing, so no astro gear.

Reminiscent of the good old days at SGL SP.

2 hours ago, mistuk said:

Ooh! I’m going to see if I can make this again. Really enjoyed it last time

We look forward to meeting up again.

48 minutes ago, stuy said:

Let’s hope for some clear skies something lacking at the moment in wales !!!!

I agree stuy, though some good news in Newport at least they are now turning off the street lights after midnight. 👏

I'm in the posh field... The Orchard again, Pitch G.

With the age of my bladder I need to be near the WC. 😟

Always best to phone and say you are with SWAG, forces them to look at the computer.

3 hours ago, L8-Nite said:

I haven't had much inspiration to Observe for awhile now, and as we've sold the caravan Dorothy doesn't really fancy a tenting adventure, lol; but we do look forward to coming up for a visit to see old friends and meet other forum members. 🙂

It would be great to see yo both again Mike, even for a short time. 

The kettles always on as you know, and Cath would love a chin wag with Do. 

There will be a impromtu Star Party at Pencelli Caravan & Camping Park the weekend of Fri 13th - Sun 15th October 2023.

If you wish to attend, please contact the park direct (by phone is best) and book your preferred pitch.

Remember to mention you are with the astronomy group, and you will be put on a suitable pitch near other members.

When you book please post here your pitch number and days attending. Thanks.

Any other queries please post here and I will try and to help.

See you there.🔭🔭🔭

Sorry to hear it has come to this.

Good luck for the future,. 

I'm glad everyone was able to  enjoy themselves despite the weather.

I'm off to the Dr's hopefully this afternoon if I can get an appointment for some antibiotic.

I got a better chance booking five clear nights in Brecon than getting an appointment when needed.

Thanks for the kind words, hope to see you all in the Autumn.

Take care.