Our next meeting is: 25/09/2026 at 8:00 PM We are excited to host Matt Bothwell who will provide a fascinating **Update on the James Webb Telescope (JWST)**. Learn about the latest scientific discoveries, stunning images, and how JWST is revolutionizing our understanding of the universe.

How to contribute: • 📧 Email your digital files, scans, or photos to publicity@mkas.org.uk

MKAS Members Observation Archive: Call for contributions to an initiative aimed at compiling and preserving a comprehensive digital archive documenting historical observations made by current, honorary & past members. Please forward contributions to publicity@mkas.org.uk

Our next meeting is on 11/09/2026 at 8:00 PM Welcome back to the Astrodome for the autumn schedule. We'll focus on the magnificent views available in September, including tips for viewing the upcoming darker skies.

Our next meeting is on 11/09/2026 at 8:00 PM Welcome back to the Astrodome for the autumn schedule. We'll focus on the magnificent views available in September, including tips for viewing the upcoming darker skies.

MKAS Archive: Call for contributions to an initiative aimed at compiling and preserving a comprehensive digital archive documenting the history of MKAS. Your collaboration in this endeavour is vital to establishing a permanent & rigorous record of MKAS. Please forward to publicity@mkas.org.uk

Our next meeting is on 28/08/2026 at 8:00 PM Our popular **Question Time** Q&A session returns. Bring your burning questions about astronomy, space science, equipment, or observing, and our panel of experienced members will provide the answers.

The Perseids are coming. August 12/13th is the peak!

Our next meeting is: 14/08/2026 at 8:00 PM An evening of **Short Talks** by our own members. These quick, engaging presentations cover a wide variety of astronomical topics, discoveries, and observing experiences. A great chance to share your passion!

Our next meeting is: 14/08/2026 at 8:00 PM An evening of **Short Talks** by our own members. These quick, engaging presentations cover a wide variety of astronomical topics, discoveries, and observing experiences. A great chance to share your passion!

The Perseids are coming. August 12/13th is the peak!

Heatwave fact of the day: The Sun is so large that around 1.3 million Earths could fit inside it. Fortunately, it's about 150 million kilometres away. Otherwise, we'd have rather more to worry about than a few hot days in Milton Keynes!

A close-up look at some genuine meteorites brought along by Mary McIntyre to MKAS meeting. On the left is a stony meteorite, on the right are 2 metallic meteorites rich in iron and nickel. These fragments are older than Earth itself!

Another scorching day across the UK, with high temperatures. A reminder that we're orbiting a giant thermonuclear fusion reactor! The Sun releases 384 septillion watts of power but most just spreads into empty space. Luckily earth intercepts only a tiny fraction of it.

Members of Milton Keynes Astronomical Society gathered for one of our regular AstroDome evenings. These informal meetings are a chance for members to share what they've been observing, photographing and discovering over the past month, with no guest speaker or set theme.

Meeting Review: Space Weather & The Northern Lights 🌌 Last night Friday 17th July 2026, we were delighted to welcome Paul Fellows (MA, FRAS, FIET, BEM) as our guest speaker at MKAS. ​

Our next meeting is an Astrodome Date: 31/07/2026 at 8:00 PM The final summer Astrodome session. A chance to recap the night sky and prepare for the transition into the autumn viewing season.

Our next meeting is an Astrodome Date: 31/07/2026 at 8:00 PM The final summer Astrodome session. A chance to recap the night sky and prepare for the transition into the autumn viewing season.

Our next guest speaker tonight is Paul Fellows - 'Northern Lights & Space Weather' : 17/07/2026 at 8:00 PM Discover the science behind the Aurora Borealis, how solar activity drives it, and how to maximize your chances of seeing the lights.

Our next guest speaker is Paul Fellows - 'Northern Lights & Space Weather' : 17/07/2026 at 8:00 PM Discover the science behind the Aurora Borealis, how solar activity drives it, and how to maximize your chances of seeing the lights.

Our next guest speaker is Paul Fellows - 'Northern Lights & Space Weather' : 17/07/2026 at 8:00 PM Discover the science behind the Aurora Borealis, how solar activity drives it, and how to maximize your chances of seeing the lights.

Rectory Cottages is a stunning venue for our club to meet constructed around 1475 it's the oldest building in the area. A fitting venue for our Astro awards. Member Alan receiving his award last Friday from The Chair of MKAS. www.facebook.com/MKastronomical www.mkas.org.uk

M101 taken last week with Seestar S50. Annotated by submitting image to Astrometry.net identifying a 'few' other galaxies and areas of interest. www.mkas.org.uk www.facebook.com/MKastronomical

Moon imaged earlier this evening between the clouds from Milton Keynes: straight out of Seestar S50. www.mkas.org.uk www.facebook.com/MKastronomical

M81 taken with Seestar S50 last Saturday 21st March.

Friday 27th March a talk by Sheridan Williams FRAS, an experienced eclipse-chaser who has travelled across the world to witness total solar eclipses. A fascinating evening for anyone interested astronomy. www.mkas.org.uk www.facebook.com/Milton Keynes Astronomical Society

Another enjoyable evening at Milton Keynes Astronomical Society. March is often called galaxy season, and he pointed out several galaxy-rich regions of the sky that observers may want to explore over the coming weeks. New Members Welcome www.mkas.org.uk www.facebook.com/MKastronomical

MKAS Quiz Night: Go Big or Go Supernova! Get ready for the Ultimate Space Showdown! MKAS Annual Quiz is back on Fri 27 Feb 26, and this year we’re aiming for the stars. Expect cosmic conundrums, astro teasers, and questions that will stretch your knowledge to the edge of the observable universe.

Last Friday at MKAS’s Astrodome meeting, Joel took on a deceptively simple question: “Which planet is closest to Earth”? It turns out the answer depends on what you mean. Keep in touch visit us: www.facebook.com/MKastronomical Or to view our full programme of events: mkas.org.uk

On Friday evening, MKAS member Theresa gave a talk on where the chemical elements around us come from. It was a thought-provoking journey from the birth of the Universe to the gold in our jewellery.