@mkastronomy
Your local astronomy club in Milton Keynes. Also an educational charity. Our mission: To spread the interest and enjoyment of astronomy to people of all ages. Meets fortnightly at Rectory Cottages, Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ www.mkas.org.uk
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.
At Friday’s meeting, Pierre shared news of the newly discovered sun grazing comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) a Kreutz comet which will soon pass extremely close to the Sun, and outlined several possible outcomes . As always with comets, we will watch and wait. If it survives, we'll see it in April.
Our Next meeting is on Friday 27th February
Where MKAS meets the Universe……….
For The Annual MKAS Quiz 2026
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Please visit
www.mkas.org.uk
for full details of our programme
Last Friday evening, MKAS held a very well-attended February meeting, despite the cold and persistent damp that has made this month largely unkind to stargazers!
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Next Meeting 27th February Annual MKAS Quiz
Where Milton Keynes Meets
the Universe.
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Explore our Universe through Questions.
Join us for this year’s MKAS Annual Astronomy Quiz.
Friday 27th February 2026 at Rectory Cottages Bletchley MK3 6BJ at 20:00hrs.
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Milton Keynes Astronomical Society
Looking forward to seeing everyone again this Friday 13th February for our next astrodome.
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Sorry but I couldn't resist.......😂
You can tell I,😂m bored..............
The Great Attractor: Not a Cosmic Vacuum Cleaner!
With fog and rain over Milton Keynes tonight, the sky is firmly closed for observing. Want to learn more about the Universe with us?
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Visit our website for events, talks and membership:
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We were pleased to welcome members and visitors to our recent meeting, where Dr Mike Leggett gave a wide-ranging talk on astronomy and the history of exploration. He traced how early astronomers and navigators used the night sky to understand their position on Earth.
Join MKAS for Our First Talk of 2026:
Astronomy and Exploration By Dr Mike Leggett.
Journey Through the Stars and Seas
a fascinating exploration of how the stars have guided humanity across oceans and through history.
Meet our 2026 Chair:
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A really enjoyable meeting on Friday, several new members and visitors came along to see whether the club was for them. It was great to welcome so many newcomers, with plenty of questions and discussion, finishing with refreshments and a chat a very relaxed sociable evening enjoyed by all.
MKAS 2026 programme starts this Friday 16th January @ 20:00hrs......see you then
A Universe of Discovery Awaits:
MKAS Unveils Its 2026 Programme of Events
Based at the historic Rectory Cottages, MKAS announce the publication of its 2026 Schedule of Events. The programme offers an inspiring and wide-ranging selection of activities, designed to ignite curiosity about the cosmos
Milton Keynes Astronomical Society (MKAS) is delighted to announce the launch of its brand-new Facebook page, marking an exciting step forward in connecting with the local community and inspiring a new generation of amateur astronomers.
The new page, available at www.facebook.com/MKastronomical
Our first meeting of 2026 is on 16th January . Please visit mkas.org.uk/mkas-programme to see our full 2026 programme. The MKAS Committee wishes everyone a very Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. Please remember to renew your membership at mkas.org.uk/membership-form.
Four of us from MKAS headed to a dark site and were greeted by the Plough, Jupiter and Orion. We’d barely sat down when three meteors flashed by.
Over 90 minutes we saw ~20, from faint flickers to bright streaks. One was slow and red, another even crossed a telescope’s view
Fantastic MKAS meeting tonight! 🌠 From Greek constellation myths to worldwide Pleiades stories and Ugandan astrophotography, plus Sky Notes and a festive quiz. Great talks, great people—new members always welcome!
On Friday night, MKAS held one of its most engaging Astrodome meetings. Members shared images and short talks covering a wide range of astronomical themes.
It was a thoroughly enjoyable meeting with a supportive group of enthusiasts.
Membership of MKAS for 2026
now available simple visit
mkas.org.uk/membership-f...
and apply
Your local Milton Keynes Astronomy Club
Memberships for 2026 now available
Its Time to Renew your Membership please visit mkas.org.uk/membership-f...
Our next meeting is the last of our regular Astrodome meetings of the year: Friday 5th December at 8PM Rectory Cottages, Church Green Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 6BJ. All welcome.
