About us

The Basingstoke Astronomical Society was founded in March 2004 by a small group of dedicated astronomy enthusiasts. They chose to set up the club at the Clidessden Primary school and we continue to use this location for our meetings.

Over the past 20+ years we have been very lucky to be able to engage some of the notable presenters and  amateur astronomers because of the history behind the society as well as the fantastic work of the active amateur astronomers in the society. 

And things can only continue and improve if every member of the society is committed to making this happen. 

Office Bearers

Following the AGM held on Thursday 22nd June 2023 the society has a new committee that I'd like to introduce you to:

Hon President: Guy Hurst, Hon Vice-President: John Stapleton 

Society Officers:

Chair - Keith Burr

Vice-Chair - Alan Lorrain

Secretary - Pramod Karnad

Treasurer - Ian Piper

Other Committee members:

Bob Trevan

Brian Smale

Dave Allum

Ian Croombs

Mike Harrison

If you have any ideas of topics you would like to see covered or speakers that you would like to hear from or should you wish to help with any events such as out-reach, please contact a member of the committee.

You can also mail us at Basingstokeas.org.uk@gmail.com

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