Astro21 The Marsh Observatory
The Marsh Observatory
The newly-built on-campus observatory was officially opened in November 2023 by Dame Jocylen Bell Burnell, and has been named in memory of Tom.
Visit
As part of the meeting, there will be organised tours of The Marsh Observatory, which is located on the edge of campus.
The tours will be on Thursday, just prior to the Dinner. See the meeting programme for more information and indicate on the registration form if you wish to attend a tour.
Observatory Information
The Marsh Observatory features a large 40 cm telescope and a state-of-the-art digital imager, allowing students and researchers to observe Solar System objects, stars, exoplanet transits, and galaxies. The telescope is connected with a network of research telescopes operated by the University of Warwick, including telescopes at La Palma, Chile, and Australia.
The telescope is used for teaching as part of Warwick's Physics with Astrophysics degree programme, providing students with the opportunity to hone their skills, easing the transition from their education to leading research.
The Marsh Observatory is also part of the University of Warwick’s wider work to make physics and astronomy accessible to all. It hosts host public engagement events for schools and clubs, inspiring the next generation of young scientists. The facility features a roof-top terrace that can be used to set up small telescopes that can be used by school groups and astronomical societies. There is also space for the University of Warwick’s mobile planetarium.