Vectis Astronomical Society

12/08/2026

Wow. Amazing timelapse video of the solar eclipse taken on a Dwarf Mini smart telescope. Thank you for the donation DWARF LAB

12/08/2026

Wow. What an amazing experience. Incredible images from the Dwarf Mini smart telescope from DWARF LAB

12/08/2026

From colanders to solar projection screens, filters, telescopes and glasses, there are many ways to safely view the Sun or a solar eclipse.

12/08/2026

Here are some important safety guidelines to follow during a total solar eclipse.

12/08/2026

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/news/keeping-your-eyes-safe-during-the-solar-eclipse

On 12 August 2026, a rare sight will darken the evening sky; a partial solar eclipse will be visible across most of the UK. Many people will be keen to look up and see the moon blocking up to 90% of the sun. However, it is important to remember that looking directly at the sun can cause serious and....

12/08/2026

Eclipse safety

Here are some important safety guidelines to follow during a total solar eclipse.

12/08/2026

How to watch the eclipse safely

From colanders to solar projection screens, filters, telescopes and glasses, there are many ways to safely view the Sun or a solar eclipse.

05/08/2026

When the telescope is smaller than the tripod!

Extremely grateful to DWARF LAB for the kind donation of a DWARFLAB MINI to our society.

Looking forward to see what this pocket smart telescope can do.

28/06/2026

Fantastic weekend Wildheart Learning & Discovery for FocasFest, part of the Island wide Biosphere Festival.
Showcasing astronomy with displays and interactive activities.
Had the Seestar S50 in action safely ‘Live’ imaging the Sun (thanks to funding from Wight Aid for such an amazing telescope)

21/06/2026

Come and see us this weekend coming Sat/Sun 27/28 June in the Pluto room Wildheart Animal Sanctuary for the:
Focus on Science and Conservation Festival 2026

Learning & Discovery Information Page for the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary